CMS data shows Sandstone Heights earning a D grade with a score of 44/100, placing it below most facilities in Kansas. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Sandstone Heights provides above-average staffing with 4.63 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent CMS inspections identified 20 deficiencies at Sandstone Heights, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.63 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.08 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.65 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.90 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 4.19 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.95 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Mar 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0851 Severity FElectronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.Mar 12, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0625 Severity DNotify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospiMar 12, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0657 Severity DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Mar 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity DProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Mar 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 3.9% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 14.8% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 38.8% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 8.1% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 20.5% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.8% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 32.2% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $67,763
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 44 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -6 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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