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HomeKansasCitizens Medical Center Ltcu

Citizens Medical Center Ltcu

1625 S Franklin Avenue, Colby, KS 677017854628295WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.1on Google(41 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
60
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $17,124

How Citizens Medical Center Ltcu Compares in Kansas

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.

CMS overall rating
5/5
KS average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
KS average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
KS average
3.5/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.07 hrs/day
KS average
4.05 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
1.24 hrs/day
KS average
0.71 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
47.4%
KS average
48.1%
Close to state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Kansas average of 3.1/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Kansas average of 2.9/5.
Reported RN time is 1.24 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.71.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 13, 2022
Most recent cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 7, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$6,844/mo
Kansas median
Private Room
$7,787/mo
Kansas median
Thomas County 65+
1,382
17.5% of county
County Population
7,907
Thomas County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Citizens Medical Center Ltcu is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Colby, Kansas with 60 certified beds. It has been operating since 2017. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
60
Avg Residents/Day
43.1
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 19, 2017
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Thomas
Last Inspection
Aug 7, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7
Weighted Score
35.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (17)

F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Aug 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0661Potential for Harm

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

Survey: Aug 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Aug 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Aug 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Aug 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Aug 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0692Actual Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Oct 13, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Oct 13, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Oct 13, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Oct 13, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Oct 13, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Immediate Jeopardy

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Aug 19, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Aug 19, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Aug 19, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 19, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$17,124
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineJun 5, 2024
$17,124

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.68 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.15 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.24 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.07 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.37 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
47.4%
RN Turnover
38.5%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (8)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
DIXON, HEATHERW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ADec 9, 2013
MCCORKLE, DAVIDW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMar 31, 2022
STOVER, PHILIPW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJun 10, 2019
MCCORKLE, DAVIDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 31, 2022
STOVER, PHILIPCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 10, 2019
CITIZENS MEDICAL CENTER INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AFeb 16, 2015
MCCORKLE, DAVIDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 31, 2022
STOVER, PHILIPOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 10, 2019

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Citizens Medical Center Ltcu and nearby alternatives.

All Kansas facilities
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu
Colby, KSCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $17,124
Colby Operator, LLC
Colby, KS1,056 ft
CMS
1/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $40,381
Logan County Senior Living INC
Oakley, KS20.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $98,346
Good Samaritan Society - Atwood
Atwood, KS30.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $68,956
Topside Manor INC
Goodland, KS35.8 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $75,463
Good Samaritan Society - Decatur County
Oberlin, KS41.4 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $20,207
Sheridan County Hospital Ltcu
Hoxie, KS47.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu
Colby, KS · Current facility
—5/54/55/5$17,124
Colby Operator, LLC
Colby, KS
1,056 ft1/53/51/5$40,381
Logan County Senior Living INC
Oakley, KS
20.1 mi3/52/55/5$98,346
Good Samaritan Society - Atwood
Atwood, KS
30.2 mi2/51/55/5$68,956
Topside Manor INC
Goodland, KS
35.8 mi1/51/54/5$75,463
Good Samaritan Society - Decatur County
Oberlin, KS
41.4 mi2/52/54/5$20,207
Sheridan County Hospital Ltcu
Hoxie, KS
47.6 mi4/54/55/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Citizens Medical Center Ltcu?▾
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Citizens Medical Center Ltcu cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Kansas is $6,844/month for a semi-private room and $7,787/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Citizens Medical Center Ltcu participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Citizens Medical Center Ltcu had any health inspection violations?▾
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 7, 2024). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $17,124.
What are the staffing levels at Citizens Medical Center Ltcu?▾
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu provides 4.07 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.24 RN hours, 0.15 LPN hours, and 2.68 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 47.4%.
How many beds does Citizens Medical Center Ltcu have?▾
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu has 60 certified beds with an average of 43.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 72% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Citizens Medical Center Ltcu?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Kansas, including 1 in Colby. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Citizens Medical Center Ltcu?▾
On Google Maps, Citizens Medical Center Ltcu has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 41 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.