HERITAGE GARDENS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER

Heritage Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 700 Cherokee in Oskaloosa, Kansas, within Jefferson County. The facility operates 60 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are derived from three component measures, each rated independently. Heritage Gardens received a 3-star rating for health inspections, a 2-star rating for staffing, and a 4-star rating for quality measures. The health inspection rating reflects findings from standard surveys and complaint investigations conducted by state agencies on behalf of CMS. The staffing rating of 2 stars falls below the national average and reflects the reported hours of care provided per resident per day by registered nurses and other nursing staff. The quality measure rating of 4 stars is above the national average and is based on clinical data reported for residents across a standardized set of care indicators. Heritage Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification means the facility may serve residents who qualify for short-term rehabilitative care covered under Medicare Part A, as well as long-term residents whose care is funded through the Medicaid program. Individuals seeking placement at this facility are advised to confirm current bed availability and payment acceptance directly with the facility administration, as coverage and availability are subject to change. When assessed against national benchmarks, Heritage Gardens presents a mixed profile across its component ratings. The overall 3-star rating places the facility at the national average. The quality measure rating of 4 stars indicates above-average performance on clinical care indicators as reported to CMS. However, the 2-star staffing rating indicates staffing levels that fall below the national norm, which may be a relevant consideration for families and individuals evaluating care options. The health inspection rating of 3 stars is consistent with the national average. Taken together, these ratings offer a data-based reference point for assessing how this facility compares to others nationally and within Kansas.