nursing home in Buffalo, OK
Western Skilled Nursing and Therapy
111 Walnut Drive, Buffalo, OK 73834 · (580) 735-2415
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Western Skilled Nursing and Therapy at a glance
Western Skilled Nursing and Therapy is a 76-bed for-profit nursing home in Buffalo, Oklahoma (Harper County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Oklahoma average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 21, 2024) found 0 health citations. The Oklahoma average is 6.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.4% per year (state average 55.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 76
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Bridges Health
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1996
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Harper County
- CMS Certification Number
- 375259
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.39 hrs | 3.79 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.57 hrs | 0.34 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.66 hrs | 2.54 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.28 hrs | 3.44 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.4% | 55.5% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 2 | 67.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma 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 | $18,268 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 76 | 97 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 28 | 61 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 36.4% | 64% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 11.8% | 4.7% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.5% | 4.7% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4% | 17.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1% | 2.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.8% | 13.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.1% | 13.7% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 3.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 3.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 1% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 24.6% | 25.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.1% | 17.1% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 94.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 91% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.7% | 75.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 21, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 21, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| December 7, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2024 |
| December 7, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 20, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 16, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 16, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 16, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 16, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 16, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 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 February 16, 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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRIDGES EMPLOYEE STOCK OWNERSHIP TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 12/31/2020 |
| COBLE, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2020 |
| BRIDGES ESOP, INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2020 |
| COBLE, WILLIAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2020 |
| DEROIN, KRISTY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Western Skilled Nursing and Therapy's rating?
Western Skilled Nursing and Therapy has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Oklahoma nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Western Skilled Nursing and Therapy receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Oklahoma average of 6.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Western Skilled Nursing and Therapy accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Western Skilled Nursing and Therapy?
It is for profit - partnership and part of Bridges Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Western Skilled Nursing and Therapy and how do I contact it?
Western Skilled Nursing and Therapy is at 111 Walnut Drive, Buffalo, OK 73834. Phone: (580) 735-2415.
About this data
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