MEDICALODGES PAOLA

Medicalodges Paola is a for-profit, corporately owned skilled nursing facility located at 501 Assembly Lane in Paola, Kansas (ZIP code 66071), within Miami County. The facility holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid and operates with 70 certified beds. It can be reached by phone at (913) 294-3345. The facility carries an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are based on three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Medicalodges Paola received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5, indicating performance below the national baseline in this area. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, placing it at or near the national average for nurse and staff hours per resident per day. The quality measure rating is also 3 out of 5, reflecting a similar standing relative to national norms for clinical quality indicators such as hospitalization rates, fall-related injuries, and medication management outcomes. Medicalodges Paola accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who qualify for either federal program. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility are advised to contact the administration directly regarding current bed availability, private pay rates, and any additional insurance arrangements that may be applicable. When considered in the context of national performance benchmarks, Medicalodges Paola presents a mixed profile. The overall 2-star rating places the facility below the national average, driven in part by the below-average health inspection score. However, both the staffing and quality measure components are rated at 3 stars, aligning with national norms in those areas. Prospective residents and their families may wish to review the facility's most recent inspection reports, available through the CMS Care Compare database, to gain a more detailed understanding of specific findings within each rating category. The facility remains active and certified to serve Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries in the Paola, Kansas area.