Medicalodges Neosho
Scout 86Neosho, MO · 114 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Neosho's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $5,700–$7,430/mo
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Medicalodges Columbus
101 Lee Avenue, Columbus, KS 66725 · Cherokee County
Medicalodges Columbus is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community serving the short-term and long-term care needs of residents of Columbus, Kansas and surrounding communities. Medicalodges Columbus’s highly skilled staff of professionals assist our residents in achieving their highest possible level of physical,…
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 68% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Columbus
Medicalodges Columbus is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Columbus, KS, with 45 certified beds and an average of about 31 residents per day. It operates as part of the Medicalodges, Inc. network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.24 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.73 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $36,322 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.24 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •High staff turnover (65.2%)
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
- •$36,322 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Columbus options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 45
- Avg. residents/day
- 31
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Medicalodges, Inc.
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 175264
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $5,700–$7,430/mo (median $6,380) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Joplin prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.24
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.73
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 65.2%
- 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)
- 12
- Federal fines
- 2 ($36,322)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-18Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
2025-02-10Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
2025-02-10Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-02-10Severity F — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
2025-02-10Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-02-10Severity E — 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.
2025-02-10Severity E — 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…
2025-02-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-18 | Fine | $22,925 |
| 2024-07-11 | Fine | $13,397 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
101 Lee Avenue, Columbus, KS
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Medicalodges Columbus
How much does Medicalodges Columbus cost?
Medicalodges Columbus does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Columbus, KS area typically runs $5,700–$7,430 per month (median $6,380, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Medicalodges Columbus's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Medicalodges Columbus 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Medicalodges Columbus?
Staff provide about 4.24 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Medicalodges Columbus?
Medicalodges Columbus has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Medicalodges Columbus have availability?
Typically 68% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Medicalodges Columbus offer?
Medicalodges Columbus in Columbus, KS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 45 beds.
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