Medicalodges Columbus is a 45-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility at 101 Lee Avenue in Columbus, Kansas. Owned and operated by Medicalodges, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, the facility provides Medicare and Medicaid-certified services to Cherokee County residents under the administration of Amy Higgins.
As a skilled nursing facility (SNF), the community provides 24-hour clinical nursing care and rehabilitation services under the federal Medicare and Medicaid framework. While many facilities face high citation counts, Medicalodges Columbus maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero based on its most recent 2026 standard health filings. The facility currently carries a 4-out-of-5-star overall CMS rating, reflecting performance levels that exceed state averages in several key categories. Current occupancy stands at approximately 62%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 79.5%.
The facility’s staffing model is a significant metric of performance, exceeding state averages in multiple direct-care categories. Registered Nurse (RN) coverage is 49 minutes per resident per day, 14% above the state average, and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) hours are similarly high at 53 minutes daily. Direct care is further supported by nurse aides providing 3 hours and 1 minute of care, while total weekend nursing coverage is 4 hours and 19 minutes, which is 20% higher than the Kansas benchmark. The clinical team coordinates a broad range of services including short-term and long-term rehabilitation, memory care, and respite stays.
The campus offers both private and semi-private rooms equipped with senior-friendly layouts and 24-hour emergency call systems. Dining services are managed on-site, providing nutritional meals with specific accommodations for therapeutic dietary needs. All-inclusive services cover medical transportation, housekeeping, personal laundry, and a daily social activities calendar designed to support emotional and social well-being. Common area amenities include a library, an exercise room, and outdoor sitting areas, while its location, less than one mile from Mercy Maude Norton Hospital, facilitates rapid access to acute medical services.
Individuals seeking a mid-sized, employee-owned facility with high direct-care staffing ratios and a strong compliance record may find this setting appropriate. Prospective residents should contact the administrator directly to discuss current bed availability, which typically starts at approximately $3,843 per mont, and schedule an in-person tour to assess the rehabilitation gym and residential wings firsthand.
