GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY - ELLIS

Good Samaritan Society - Ellis is a Medicare and Medicaid certified skilled nursing facility located at 1101 Spruce Street in Ellis, Kansas (67637). The facility operates under non-profit corporate ownership and maintains a licensed capacity of 45 certified beds, placing it among the smaller skilled nursing facilities in the state of Kansas. According to data published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Good Samaritan Society - Ellis holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting the results of state inspections that evaluate compliance with federal health and safety standards. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5 stars, the highest possible score, indicating nursing and aide staffing levels that surpass national benchmarks when adjusted for patient acuity. The quality measure rating, which is derived from clinical data on resident outcomes and care processes, is 1 out of 5 stars, falling below the national average in this specific domain. Prospective users of this data should consider each rating category independently, as the scores reflect distinct aspects of facility performance. Good Samaritan Society - Ellis is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment. This dual certification means the facility is authorized to provide services to residents whose care is funded through federal Medicare benefits, as well as those who qualify for Medicaid assistance through the state of Kansas. Individuals and families researching payment options are advised to contact the facility directly at (785) 726-3101 to confirm current availability, accepted insurance plans, and any additional payment arrangements the facility may accommodate. When considered in the context of national performance data, Good Samaritan Society - Ellis presents a mixed profile across CMS rating categories. The overall rating of 4 stars and the staffing rating of 5 stars both exceed the national average, suggesting a comparatively favorable standing in those areas. The health inspection rating of 4 stars similarly surpasses the national benchmark. However, the quality measure rating of 1 star represents a notable area where the facility performs below the national average. This category encompasses clinical indicators such as rates of pressure ulcers, falls, and other measurable resident health outcomes. The combination of high staffing scores alongside a low quality measure rating may be of interest to those conducting detailed research into the facility's performance record. All data referenced is sourced from CMS public reporting and is subject to periodic updates as new inspection cycles and clinical data are processed.