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F W Huston Medical Center

408 Delaware Street, Winchester, KS 66097 · Jefferson County

F.W. Huston Medical Center is a Critical Access Hospital located in Winchester, KS. With an attached Senior Living Center and a variety of healthcare services, F.W. Huston Medical Center acts as the only 24/7 healthcare facility in Jefferson County.

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 99% full (38 of 38 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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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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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Winchester

F W Huston Medical Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Winchester, KS, with 38 certified beds and an average of about 38 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.75 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.67 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Winchester, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 38
Avg. residents/day: 38
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 17E294

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	$7,270–$9,240/mo (median $8,030)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Topeka prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.67; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.75; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 48.9%; 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): 8
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-08-12
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-12Severity F — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2025-08-12Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2025-08-12Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

2025-08-12Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

2025-08-12Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-08-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2025-08-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2025-08-12Severity C — minimalAdministration Deficiencies

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

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
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ Studio apartments
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

408 Delaware Street, Winchester, KS

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about F W Huston Medical Center

How much does F W Huston Medical Center cost?

F W Huston Medical Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Winchester, KS area typically runs $7,270–$9,240 per month (median $8,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is F W Huston Medical Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates F W Huston Medical Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at F W Huston Medical Center?

Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at F W Huston Medical Center?

F W Huston Medical Center has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does F W Huston Medical Center have availability?

Typically 99% full (38 of 38 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does F W Huston Medical Center offer?

F W Huston Medical Center in Winchester, KS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 38 beds.

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