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Nursing homes in Ellis County, Kansas
There are 3 certified nursing homes in Ellis County, Kansas, with 183 beds between them.
33% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, about the same share as the state (37%). Inspectors recorded 92 health deficiencies over three cycles, 50.3 per 100 beds against 45.1 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $58K across 1 fine.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Ellis County | Kansas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 3 | 296 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 33% | 37% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 50.3 | 45.1 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.1 | 3.9 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $58K | $6.1M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan - Ellis | Ellis | 42 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 24 | 57.1 | — | 6 Jan 2026 |
| Good Samaritan - Hays | Hays | 45 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 22 | 48.9 | — | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC | Hays | 96 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 46 | 47.9 | $58K | 23 Jul 2025 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 8 |
| F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | 5 |
| F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | 5 |
| F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | 5 |
| F0761 | 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, compartments for controlled drugs. | 5 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 2 |
| For profit | 1 |
Chains present: Good Samaritan Society (2), Recover-Care Healthcare (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Ellis County, Kansas?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 183 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Ellis County have the highest CMS ratings?
Good Samaritan - Ellis (5 stars), Good Samaritan - Hays (5 stars), Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC (1 stars)
How do Ellis County nursing homes compare with Kansas?
33% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 37% statewide; citations run at 50.3 per 100 beds against 45.1 statewide.