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Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu

206 Grand Avenue, St Marys, KS 66536 · Pottawatomie County

Community HealthCare System serves Pottawatomie, Marshall, Nemaha, and Jackson Counties in northeast Kansas.

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 86% full (22 of 26 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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One of St Marys's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in St Marys, KS, with 26 certified beds and an average of about 22 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.93 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.90 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.93 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in St Marys for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 26
Avg. residents/day: 22
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 17E242

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,370–$9,380/mo (median $8,150)	Local market estimate

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 5.93; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.90; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 33.3%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 3
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-10-31
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (9 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-10-31Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

2024-10-31Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2024-10-31Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

2023-06-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2023-06-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

2023-06-19Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2023-06-19Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2023-06-19Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement 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…

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs

Location

206 Grand Avenue, St Marys, KS

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu

How much does Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu cost?

Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the St Marys, KS area typically runs $7,370–$9,380 per month (median $8,150, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu?

Staff provide about 5.93 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu?

Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-31). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu have availability?

Typically 86% full (22 of 26 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu offer?

Community Hospital Onaga Ltcu in St Marys, KS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 26 beds.

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