Citizens Medical Center LTCU
1625 S Franklin Avenue, Colby, KS 67701 · (785) 462-8295
Non profit - Corporation · 60 certified beds
Citizens Medical Center LTCU has a 5-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in July 2026, found 5 citations (the Kansas average is 9.5). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $17,124 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on July 8, 2026 found 5 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.July 8, 2026 · F0730 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.July 8, 2026 · F0607 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.July 8, 2026 · F0605 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.July 8, 2026 · F0628 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.July 8, 2026 · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 1 citation.
- Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.June 5, 2024 · F0695 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $17,124June 5, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Kansas average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 4.07 | 4.07 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 1.24 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.15 | 0.65 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.68 | 2.70 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 47.4% | 48.1% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 60 |
| Average residents per day | 43.1 |
| Inside a hospital | Yes |
| Continuing care retirement community | Yes |
Nursing homes nearby
- Colby Operator, LLC Colby · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Good Samaritan - Atwood Atwood · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Topside Manor Inc Goodland · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Sheridan County Hospital LTCU Hoxie · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Logan County Senior Living Inc Oakley · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
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