Diversicare of Chanute
530 W 14th Street · Chanute, KS · 66720 · 6204314940
77 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Diversicare Healthcare
Why this verdict
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
61% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.54 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.53 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.06 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $13,397 |
Inspection citations (41 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G March 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2025
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F September 23, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · C September 23, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C July 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected September 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G June 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 11, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 11, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected July 11, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 11, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected July 11, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 3, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F March 4, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 4, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 4, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Administration
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| December 26, 2023 | Fine | $13,397 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175214 · certified since January 10, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.