About Citizens Medical Center Ltcu
Nursing home overview and details
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu is an nursing home in Colby, KS, serving Thomas County and the surrounding community. The facility has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 41.9 residents.
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 2017, bringing 9 years of experience in long-term care. It operates as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offering a continuum of care from independent living to skilled nursing, allowing residents to age in place.
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Colby, KS, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Very Good
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.
Health Inspection
Very Good
Quality Measures
Very Good
Staffing
Very Good
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu provides 3.92 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 1.13 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 60.0%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 41.7%. Weekend staffing averages 3.46 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu has received 1 fine totaling $17,124. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
Doctors at Citizens Medical Center Ltcu
5 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Citizens Medical Center Ltcu
What is the CMS rating for Citizens Medical Center Ltcu?
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Citizens Medical Center Ltcu have?
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 41.9 residents.
What type of facility is Citizens Medical Center Ltcu?
Citizens Medical Center Ltcu is a non profit - corporation nursing home serving Thomas County in Colby, KS.
How many doctors practice at Citizens Medical Center Ltcu?
5 physicians are affiliated with Citizens Medical Center Ltcu. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Citizens Medical Center Ltcu have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Citizens Medical Center Ltcu has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·