LEONARDVILLE NURSING HOME

Leonardville Nursing Home is a long-term care facility located at 409 W Barton Street in Leonardville, Kansas (ZIP code 66449), in Riley County. The facility operates under non-profit corporate ownership and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 55 certified beds and remains an active provider of skilled nursing care in the region. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are based on three primary components: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Leonardville Nursing Home received a 5-star rating in both health inspections and staffing, indicating performance at the highest level in those two categories relative to other facilities nationally. However, the facility received a 1-star rating in quality measures, which represents performance below national norms in that category. Quality measures assess clinical outcomes such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, pressure ulcers, and other resident health indicators tracked over time. The combination of high marks in inspection and staffing alongside a low quality measure rating contributes to the overall 4-star composite score. Leonardville Nursing Home accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who qualify for either federal program. Individuals and families seeking placement should contact the facility directly at (785) 293-5244 to verify current bed availability, specific services offered, and any applicable private pay or supplemental insurance arrangements. Eligibility requirements for Medicare and Medicaid coverage vary and are determined through separate federal and state processes. When compared to national averages, Leonardville Nursing Home presents a mixed but generally favorable profile. Its overall 4-star rating places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The 5-star scores in health inspections and staffing are notably strong indicators, as these categories reflect on-site regulatory compliance and the availability of nursing staff relative to resident needs. The 1-star quality measure rating, however, signals that clinical outcome metrics tracked for this facility fall below national benchmarks, which may be a relevant consideration for families evaluating long-term or post-acute care options. The facility's non-profit status and dual Medicare and Medicaid certification are also notable contextual factors when comparing it to the broader landscape of skilled nursing facilities across Kansas and the United States.