CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Buhler Sunshine Home is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Buhler, Kansas with 55 certified beds. It has been operating since 1997. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
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.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PANKRATZ, KEITH | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Nov 27, 1989 |
| SPENCER, NATHAN | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2023 |
| FRAZIER, MARY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Apr 1, 2008 |
| HART, GERI | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2016 |
| HUNT, SARA | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Apr 1, 2021 |
| JANTZ, MARY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | May 2, 2006 |
| KAUFMAN, CAMERON | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | May 2, 2006 |
| MARTENS, LOUIS | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Apr 1, 2013 |
| PANKRATZ, KEITH | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Nov 27, 1989 |
| SCHWABAUER, BETH | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Apr 1, 2021 |
| SMITH, CHARLOTTE | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Apr 1, 2013 |
| SPENCER, NATHAN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2023 |
| SPENCER, NATHAN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2023 |
| BERGER, EDWARD | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Sep 15, 2021 |
| SPENCER, NATHAN | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 21, 2025 |
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