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Nursing Home in Kansas

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Medicalodges Paola

Nursing Home in Kansas

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Medicalodges Paola
Overview of Medicalodges Paola
Medicalodges Paola is a skilled nursing center specializing in mental illness. It serves the needs of individuals throughout north central Kansas. The highly skilled staff assists residents in achieving their highest possible level of mental, physical, emotional, and social well-being.
(913) 294-3345

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
2/5
Kansas average: 2.8/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
2/5
Kansas average: 2.7/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5
Kansas average: 3.6/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
2/5
Kansas average: 3.2/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 32m per day

This home provides 4% less nursing time per resident than the Kansas average.

Kansas average: 4h 43m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 70

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in Kansas: 79.5%
Occupancy rate 115.7%
Residents per day 81
Occupancy rate
115.7%
Residents per day
81

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

7% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 26 days

Private pay

93% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$4.5M
Profit
$269.7K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$4.5M
Profit
$269.7K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.7M
36.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.6M
Total costs $4.2M
Bed community size
70-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
116%
In line with Kansas average
Occupied beds
81 / 70
Average residents 50 per day

License Details

Facility TypeMental Health Nursing Facility
StatusActive
CountyMiami

Additional Licensing Details

License Number175413
CMS Certification Number175413

Ownership & Operating Entity

Medicalodges Paola is administrated by Alieu Jallow.

Owner NameML-RE PAOLA LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Skilled Nursing

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation

Amenities & Lifestyle

6 amenities
Dining
Social Areas
Family Spaces
Barbershop / Salon
Spiritual Services
Transportation Services
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Long-term Care, Activities, Amenities
Religious ServicesYes, church members provide Bible studies and church services weekly.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionMedicalodges Paola offers a wide choice of menu selections to residents, creating an atmosphere of resident-centered living. Special diet preparations are available.
Special DietsYes

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Inspection History

In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.

16 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date August 6, 2025

49 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Kansas average: 100 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Medicalodges Paola

The most recent inspection on July 19, 2016, found that all previously cited deficiencies had been corrected. Earlier inspections showed multiple deficiencies related mainly to environmental cleanliness, food sanitation, medication management—particularly monitoring black box warnings—and resident safety, including supervision to prevent elopement. Complaint investigations substantiated issues with resident supervision and medication practices, though fines or enforcement actions were not listed in the available reports. The facility submitted plans of correction addressing these areas, and follow-up visits confirmed many corrections over time. The inspection history indicates improvement in compliance, especially in environmental and safety concerns, by the time of the most recent revisit.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

Kansas average 4.5


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations 27

Kansas average 26.9

Citations per inspection
5.4

Kansas average 6.07


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

16 of 27 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 27 resulted from complaint investigations; and 7 of 27 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 5
456% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 0.9


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 0.9

5 critical citations More info Kansas average: 0.9

0 serious citations More info Kansas average: 0.9

21 moderate citations More info Kansas average: 24.6

1 minor citation More info Kansas average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jul 29, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services minor citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Jul 29, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Jul 29, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jul 29, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Kansas The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.

5 facilities compared · CMS & KS Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Medicalodges Paola
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.

Paola70 88.7% +12%4.54 -21%-2%3275.4562--Jallow, Allie$4.5M$1.7M37.3%175413
Arma Operator LLC
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.

Arma45 92.3% +16%3.27 +39%-29%0153.8140---$4.3M$2.3M53.2%175353
The Cottages Senior Care Living -
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.

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Access Mental Health LLC -
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.

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Agewise Living Inc -
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.

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 75
Employees 59
Contractors 16
Staff to resident ratio 1.19:1
47% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average ratio: 2.27:1

Avg staff/day 26
Average shift 7.4 hours
0% compared with Kansas average

Kansas average: 7.7 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 17,495
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 22
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

3%

519 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant220225,12091100%7.3
Licensed Practical Nurse9092,60991100%8
Medication Aide/Technician120122,43391100%8.5
Registered Nurse6061,87791100%7.6
RN Director of Nursing2021,1026875%8.8
Other Dietary Services Staff2029838695%8.1
Mental Health Service Worker1015236167%8.6
Nurse Practitioner1015126470%8
Dental Services Staff1014796673%7.3
Administrator1014766066%7.9
Dietitian1014565965%7.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014075965%6.9
Physical Therapy Aide0221703943%4.4
Speech Language Pathologist0441083437%3.2
Qualified Social Worker022853033%2.8
Physical Therapy Assistant022422224%1.9
Medical Director011401415%2.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician033381618%2.4
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112567%4.2
Occupational Therapy Aide0111233%3.9
22 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
9 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
12 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
6 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 75%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 95%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 73%
1 Administrator
% of Days 66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 65%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 65%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 43%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 37%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 33%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 24%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 15%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 18%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 7%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 63
Medicare
2
3.2% of residents
Medicaid
60
95.2% of residents
Private pay or other
1
1.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 11.2
7% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.4
6% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 20.7

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 27.5%
44% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 19.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 25.6%
32% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 19.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 5.1%
79% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 23.8%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.2%
72% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 4.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 0.0%
100% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.7%
67% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.4%
72% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 84.0%
396% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 16.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 77.8%
15% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 91.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 95.5%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $78K
78% higher than Kansas average

Kansas average: $44K

Number of fines 3
24% more fines than Kansas average

Kansas average: 2.4

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Kansas average

Kansas average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $78K
Kansas average $44K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Sep 4, 2024
$56K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Nov 6, 2023
$14K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Sep 21, 2023
$8K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Frail Elderly Waiver

Kansas Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+, Kansas resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home- level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires care level assessment.

Senior Care Act

Kansas SCA

Age 60+, Kansas resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$1,800/month (individual, varies).

$2,000 (individual).

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kansas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Kansas resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kansas NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kansas resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

11 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Kansas SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Kansas resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Kansas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Kansas resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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