Medicalodges Fort Scott
Fort Scott, KS · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 175258) · 45 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 5
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (620) 223-0210 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Medicalodges Fort Scott has a CMS overall star rating of 4 out of 5, above the Kansas state average of 3.11. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars, while its staffing rating is 5 stars.
Medicalodges Fort Scott reports 4.18 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.56 RN hours per resident per day, and carries a 5-star CMS staffing rating. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 48.8%.
Medicalodges Fort Scott has no federal fines on record and no payment denials, according to CMS data. There is no abuse icon or Special Focus program flag noted for this facility.
About this facility
Medicalodges Fort Scott is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fort Scott, Bourbon County, Kansas, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since August 16, 1993. The facility has 45 certified beds with an average daily census of 34.6 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Medicalodges Fort Scott holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Kansas state average of 3.11. This overall score reflects a mix of component ratings: a Health Inspection rating of 2 stars, a Quality Measures rating of 5 stars, and a Staffing rating of 5 stars.
Nurse staffing is reported at 4.18 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.56 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 48.8%.
On the penalty record, CMS lists no federal fines on record for this facility (0 fines, $0.00 total), and no payment denials are on file. There is no abuse icon flag and no Special Focus Facility status noted for this facility in the provided data.
Medicalodges Fort Scott is part of the Medicalodges, Inc. chain, which operates 18 facilities with a chain average rating of 2.7 stars — notably lower than this individual facility's 4-star overall rating. CMS data indicates no change in ownership within the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
Source: CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Medicalodges Fort Scott has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is above the Kansas state average of 3.11.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
It reports 4.18 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.56 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 48.8% and a 5-star staffing rating.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show no federal fines (0 fines, $0.00) and no payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, the data shows no abuse icon and no Special Focus status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It has 45 certified beds with an average daily census of 34.6 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is a for-profit corporation and part of the Medicalodges, Inc. chain, which includes 18 facilities with a chain average rating of 2.7 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since August 16, 1993.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Health Inspections (2 stars here), Staffing (5 stars), Quality Measures (5 stars), and an overall combined rating (4 stars).
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided data doesn't specify service types; contact the facility at 620-223-0210 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided doesn't include tour-specific details; contact the facility at 620-223-0210 to arrange a visit and review the inspection record on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the latest ratings and inspection details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/175258?state=KS.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.