nursing home in Tribune, KS

Greeley County Hospital Ltcu

506 3rd Street, Tribune, KS 67879 · (620) 376-4221

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★1

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Greeley County Hospital Ltcu at a glance

Greeley County Hospital Ltcu is a 16-bed non-profit nursing home in Tribune, Kansas (Greeley County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Kansas average of 3.1.

Its most recent standard health inspection (November 6, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Kansas average is 9.5.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 38.5% per year (state average 48.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
16
Certified for
Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
July 1, 1977
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Greeley County
CMS Certification Number
17E071

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53.5 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53.2 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)1 / 53.1 / 53.8 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility38.5%Kansas average48.1%U.S. average45.8%
Nursing staff turnover (yearly): this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)38.5%48.1%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)50%42%42.9%Worse

Inspections

This facility6Kansas average9U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)699Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)533Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)4183.480.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Kansas average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$20,430$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds1661107
Average residents per day165186
Occupancy100%82.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility10.2%Kansas average4.3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)10.2%4.3%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)0%4.4%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)13.5%18.1%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)8.6%2.9%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)7.4%1.6%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)32.8%17.9%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)13%16.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)6.9%4.9%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)1.8%6.5%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)10.2%23.2%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)20.9%22.6%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)88.1%92.1%93.6%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 19 health deficiencies and 24 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure medical gas and vacuum systems have documented maintenance programs.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0907
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 26, 2026
November 6, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 20, 2025
November 6, 2025
Complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 20, 2025
November 6, 2025
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 20, 2025
November 6, 2025
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 20, 2025
November 6, 2025
Complaint
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 20, 2025
November 6, 2025
Complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 20, 2025
August 29, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 29, 2024
August 29, 2024
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 29, 2024
August 29, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 29, 2024
August 29, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 29, 2024
August 29, 2024
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 29, 2024
August 29, 2024
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected August 15, 2024
August 29, 2024
Standard
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 18, 2024
August 29, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 18, 2024
August 29, 2024
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 18, 2024
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 10, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 10, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 10, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 10, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 10, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 10, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected August 21, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected August 21, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 21, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 12, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 12, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 12, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 12, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 12, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected July 12, 2023

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince

ownership data not available

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Frequently asked questions

What is Greeley County Hospital Ltcu's rating?

Greeley County Hospital Ltcu has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kansas nursing homes is 3.1 stars.

How many inspection citations did Greeley County Hospital Ltcu receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Greeley County Hospital Ltcu accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Greeley County Hospital Ltcu?

It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Greeley County Hospital Ltcu and how do I contact it?

Greeley County Hospital Ltcu is at 506 3rd Street, Tribune, KS 67879. Phone: (620) 376-4221.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.