SANDSTONE HEIGHTS

Sandstone Heights is a long-term care facility located at 440 State Street in Little River, Kansas, within Rice County. The facility operates with 36 certified beds and is classified under non-profit ownership. Sandstone Heights holds dual certification, accepting both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility has received an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS ratings are based on three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Sandstone Heights received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average. This component reflects findings from standard surveys and complaint investigations conducted by state agencies. The staffing rating for this facility is 5 out of 5, the highest possible score, indicating staffing levels that exceed national benchmarks for both nursing hours and staffing consistency. The quality measure rating is 3 out of 5, placing the facility in line with national norms across the clinical quality indicators used by CMS to assess resident outcomes. Sandstone Heights accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to a broad range of residents who rely on federal and state insurance programs for their care costs. As a non-profit facility, it operates outside of a for-profit business model, though this classification alone does not indicate any specific level of care quality. Prospective residents and family members are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (620) 897-6266 to inquire about current bed availability, private pay rates, and any additional payment options that may be accepted. When considered against national data, Sandstone Heights presents a mixed profile across its three rating components. The overall 3-star rating places it at the national average, but the individual component scores show notable variation. The health inspection score of 2 stars is below average, suggesting a higher number or severity of cited deficiencies compared to peers. In contrast, the staffing score of 5 stars is a meaningful distinction, as staffing levels are closely linked to resident care outcomes and are among the more resource-intensive aspects of nursing home operations. The quality measure score of 3 stars indicates performance consistent with national norms. This facility serves a rural community in central Kansas, and its 36-bed size reflects a smaller, community-based care setting typical of rural long-term care operations.