KANSAS SOLDIERS HOME
200 CUSTER, UNIT 98, FORT DODGE, KS 67801 · CCN 175513
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★★☆☆ 3
- Health inspection
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Quality measures
- ★★★☆☆ 3
- Staffing
- ★★★★★ 5
Facility
- Ownership type
- Government - State
- Certified beds
- 56
- Avg residents/day
- 48.5
- Phone
- 6202272121
Inspection history vs Kansas & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | Kansas avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-08-07 | 12 | 10.1 | 9.5 | +1.9 worse |
| 2 | 2023-09-06 | 9 | 9.9 | 9.8 | -0.9 better |
| 3 | 2021-12-16 | 4 | 7.2 | 9.3 | -3.2 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Abuse, neglect, exploitation | 2 |
| Quality of life and care | 1 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 1 |
| Nursing and physician services | 1 |
| Resident rights | 1 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 2 |
| Pharmacy service | 2 |
| Infection control | 2 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 6.17 | 34.2% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 1.10 | 0.0% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 7.07 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $0
- Number of fines
- 0
- Number of penalties
- 0
- Payment denials
- 0
Inspection citations (25)1 actual harm
- DF0552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- GF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Actual harm
- FF0730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2023-09-06 · Health · corrected 2023-10-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- CF0582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.2023-09-06 · Health · corrected 2023-10-13
Potential for minimal harm
- DF0636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.2023-09-06 · Health · corrected 2023-10-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2023-09-06 · Health · corrected 2023-10-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2023-09-06 · Health · corrected 2023-10-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.2023-09-06 · Health · corrected 2023-10-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2023-09-06 · Health · corrected 2023-10-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2023-09-06 · Health · corrected 2023-10-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0917Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space.2023-09-06 · Health · corrected 2023-10-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.2021-12-16 · Health · corrected 2022-01-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.2021-12-16 · Health · corrected 2022-01-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.2021-12-16 · Health · corrected 2022-01-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2021-12-16 · Health · corrected 2022-01-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEMISS, AMBER | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2015-07-08 |
| BURDEN, GREGG | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2015-07-08 |
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Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.