nursing home in Coldwater, KS
Pioneer Lodge
300 W 3rd, Coldwater, KS 67029 · (620) 582-2123
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Pioneer Lodge at a glance
Pioneer Lodge is a 25-bed non-profit nursing home in Coldwater, Kansas (Comanche County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Kansas average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.1 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 23, 2025) found 14 health citations. The Kansas average is 9.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 58.3% per year (state average 48.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 25
- Certified for
- Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- December 18, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Comanche County
- CMS Certification Number
- 17E580
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.04 hrs | 4.07 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.83 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.65 hrs | 2.70 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.47 hrs | 3.60 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58.3% | 48.1% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 42% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 14 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 88 | 83.4 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $20,430 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 25 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 23 | 51 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.2% | 82.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.2% | 4.3% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.4% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 32.4% | 18.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 2.6% | 17.9% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.2% | 16.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.5% | 4.9% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.4% | 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) | 12.9% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.9% | 22.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 92.1% | 93.6% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 23, 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 January 28, 2026 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| September 23, 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 January 5, 2026 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 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 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2025 |
| December 14, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 24, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 19, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 19, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 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 March 19, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 19, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 19, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 19, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 19, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 19, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 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 January 26, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 14, 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 January 26, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| January 27, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 25, 2022 |
| January 27, 2022 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 February 25, 2022 |
| January 27, 2022 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2022 |
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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Pioneer Lodge's rating?
Pioneer Lodge 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 Pioneer Lodge receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Pioneer Lodge 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 Pioneer Lodge?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Pioneer Lodge and how do I contact it?
Pioneer Lodge is at 300 W 3rd, Coldwater, KS 67029. Phone: (620) 582-2123.
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.