HERITAGE HEALTH CARE CENTER

Heritage Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 1630 W 2nd Street in Chanute, Kansas (ZIP 66720), within Neosho County. The facility operates as a for-profit limited liability company and holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 60 certified beds. Heritage Health Care Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns these ratings based on three component categories. The health inspection rating stands at 3 stars, reflecting results from on-site inspections conducted by state survey agencies. The staffing rating is 4 stars, indicating staffing levels above the national average when accounting for the resident population's care needs. The quality measure rating is 2 stars, which falls below the national average and reflects clinical quality indicators drawn from resident assessment data, including measures related to mobility, medication use, and other health outcomes. The facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, which is relevant for families and individuals evaluating coverage options. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, while Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for eligible residents who meet financial and clinical criteria. Individuals seeking information about eligibility or coverage specifics should consult directly with the facility or the appropriate state and federal agencies. When compared to national benchmarks, Heritage Health Care Center presents a mixed profile. Its overall 3-star rating places it at the national average. The staffing rating of 4 stars is a notable point of differentiation, as many facilities nationally score at or below the 3-star threshold in this category. However, the quality measure rating of 2 stars indicates performance below the national norm in that domain. Prospective residents and their families may wish to review the full CMS Care Compare profile for this facility, which includes detailed inspection reports and individual quality measure data, to develop a more complete understanding of the facility's performance history.