GALENA NURSING & REHAB CENTER

Galena Nursing & Rehab Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 1220 E 8th Street in Galena, Kansas, within Cherokee County. The facility operates under for-profit corporate ownership and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 45 certified beds, classifying it as a smaller-scale nursing and rehabilitation center. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns these ratings based on three domain categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Galena Nursing & Rehab Center received a 4-star rating in the health inspection category, indicating a lower frequency or severity of cited deficiencies relative to the national baseline. The staffing rating is also 4 stars, reflecting staffing levels that exceed typical benchmarks used by CMS in its calculations. The quality measure rating stands at 3 stars, which aligns with the national average and represents performance that meets, but does not exceed, standard thresholds across the clinical quality indicators assessed by CMS. Galena Nursing & Rehab Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal insurance programs. As a dually certified facility, it meets the participation requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for both programs. Individuals or families seeking placement should contact the facility directly at (620) 783-1383 to confirm current availability, additional payment options, and any specific admission requirements. When compared to national averages, Galena Nursing & Rehab Center performs above the baseline in two of the three CMS rating domains. Its overall 4-star rating is one point above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection and staffing ratings each contribute positively to this standing, while the quality measure rating is consistent with national norms. The facility's relatively small size, at 45 certified beds, may affect the scale and range of services available compared to larger regional facilities. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS inspection reports, available through the Medicare Care Compare database, for detailed inspection histories and staffing data specific to this location.