MEDICALODGES KINSLEY

Medicalodges Kinsley is a for-profit, corporate-owned skilled nursing facility located at 620 Winchester Avenue in Kinsley, Kansas 67547, within Edwards County. The facility operates 42 certified beds and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. It can be reached by phone at (620) 659-2156. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns these ratings based on three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Medicalodges Kinsley received a 2-star rating in the health inspection category, indicating that recent inspection findings placed it below the national average in this area. The staffing category received a 4-star rating, reflecting staffing levels that are above the national average. The quality measure category also received a 4-star rating, indicating that clinical quality metrics for this facility compare favorably to national benchmarks. The overall 2-star rating is a composite score derived from all three categories, with health inspections weighted most heavily in the CMS methodology. As a dually certified Medicare and Medicaid facility, Medicalodges Kinsley is eligible to provide services to residents covered under both federal programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility requirements and benefit limits. Medicaid may cover long-term care for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria under Kansas state guidelines. Individuals and families seeking information about coverage and eligibility are advised to consult directly with the facility, their insurance provider, or a benefits counselor. When compared to national averages, Medicalodges Kinsley presents a mixed profile. Its overall 2-star rating places it below the national 3-star average, driven in part by its 2-star health inspection result. However, both the staffing and quality measure ratings of 4 stars each are notably above the national average in their respective categories. This combination suggests areas of relative strength in day-to-day staffing and measurable clinical outcomes, alongside documented concerns reflected in the inspection record. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile and to conduct in-person visits when evaluating care options.