Grand Plains Skilled Nursing by Americare
331 Ne State Road 61 · Pratt, KS · 67124 · 6203309850
60 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Americare Senior Living
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.63 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.36 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.01 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 54% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $14,352 |
Inspection citations (17 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G October 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected October 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E October 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected October 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G June 27, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2023
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2023
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.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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No harm found · C June 27, 2023
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2022
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 1, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2022
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected April 1, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2022
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected April 1, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 1, 2022 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2025 | Fine | $14,352 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175566 · certified since October 19, 2020. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.