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Compare Nursing Homes around Great Bend
The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.
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| Wheatland Nursing Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | Russell | 45
Facility
45
KS AVG
65
Rank
#155 / 224 |
86.7%
Facility
86.7%
KS AVG
79.5%
Rank
#91 / 217 | +9% | 4.00
Facility
4.00
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#104 / 141 | -56% | -14% | $0
Facility
$0
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#1 / 144 | 9
Facility
9
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#8 / 143 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#7 / 143 | -
Facility
-
KS AVG
1.7 | 39 |
19
Facility
19
KS AVG
49
Rank
#318 / 363 | Michelle Crocker | $3.6M
Facility
$3.6M
KS AVG
$7.3M
Rank
#127 / 144 | $2.1M
Facility
$2.1M
KS AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#125 / 144 | 57.1%
Facility
57.1%
KS AVG
47.9%
Rank
#46 / 144 | 175286 | ||||
| Medicalodges Great Bend |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Great Bend | 51
Facility
51
KS AVG
65
Rank
#136 / 224 |
96.1%
Facility
96.1%
KS AVG
79.5%
Rank
#41 / 217 | +21% | 6.04
Facility
6.04
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#12 / 141 | -57% | +30% | $43.6k
Facility
$43.6k
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#116 / 144 | 41
Facility
41
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#114 / 143 | 5.1
Facility
5.1
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#53 / 143 | 6
Facility
6
KS AVG
1.7 | 49 |
81
Facility
81
KS AVG
49
Rank
#12 / 363 | Alisha Craft | $3.7M
Facility
$3.7M
KS AVG
$7.3M
Rank
#121 / 144 | $2.4M
Facility
$2.4M
KS AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#105 / 144 | 63.5%
Facility
63.5%
KS AVG
47.9%
Rank
#23 / 144 | 175522 |
Set in the peaceful lands of South Lincoln, Russell, KS is the esteemed senior living community of Wheatland Nursing Center that provides skilled nursing, hospice, adult day club, home health care, and rehabilitation. Cherish personal moments within the snug and spacious studio residences of Wheatland Nursing Center. The community doubles its efforts to handle residents’ special needs and aspirations to ensure a better quality of life.
Interact with the community and gain meaningful experiences through enjoyable programs and fun activities. Fostering comfort and satisfying dietary needs, the community serves freshly prepared and healthy meals for a delightful dining experience. Wheatland Nursing Center strives to provide a haven for seniors to enjoy their healing journey and experience the highest quality of care and support.
Medicalodges Great Bend is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community serving the short-term and long-term care needs of residents of Great Bend, Kansas and surrounding communities. The highly skilled staff assists residents in achieving their highest possible level of physical, emotional, and social well-being. Medicalodges Great Bend is 100% employee-owned, ensuring a personal, vested interest in providing quality care.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
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Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
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Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
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Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
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Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Great Bend, KS
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Kansas?
Assisted living in Kansas is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Kansas Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Kansas Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 2 nursing homes in Great Bend, KS. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Great Bend, KS?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Great Bend, KS, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Great Bend, KS?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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