LEGACY AT SALINA

Legacy at Salina is a for-profit skilled nursing facility located at 623 S 3rd Street in Salina, Kansas (ZIP code 67401). Operated as a limited liability company, the facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid services and maintains 45 certified beds. It is situated in Saline County and can be reached at (785) 825-6757. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated using data collected across multiple performance domains. Legacy at Salina received a 2-star rating in health inspections, a 3-star rating in staffing, and a 3-star rating in 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 is based on reported nurse staffing hours relative to resident census, while the quality measure rating reflects clinical outcome indicators reported for the resident population. Legacy at Salina is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification means the facility may serve residents whose care is funded through federal Medicare benefits, typically available to qualifying individuals 65 and older or those with certain disabilities, as well as residents whose care is funded through Medicaid, the joint federal and state program for individuals meeting specific income and asset criteria. Individuals and families should contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current payment policies and availability. In terms of national context, Legacy at Salina's overall 2-star rating places it below the national average for CMS-rated skilled nursing facilities. Its staffing and quality measure scores each sit at 3 stars, aligning with the national average in those categories. The health inspection rating of 2 stars indicates performance below that national average in that specific domain. These ratings reflect data reported to and verified by CMS and are updated periodically as new inspection and staffing data become available. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile alongside other relevant information when evaluating care options.