Medicalodges Paola
501 Assembly Lane · Paola, KS · 66071 · 9132943345
70 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Medicalodges, Inc.
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $55,991 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
5 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$55,991 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.20 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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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: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.20 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.46 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 1.86 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 51% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $78,225 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
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 August 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F July 29, 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 August 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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No harm found · C July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 26, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 26, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J November 6, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 23, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 6, 2023
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 December 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 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 December 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 6, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E November 6, 2023
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Environmental
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2022
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 April 7, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2022
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 7, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2022
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 7, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected April 7, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 7, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2022
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected April 7, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2022
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 April 7, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2024 | Fine | $55,991 |
| November 6, 2023 | Fine | $14,041 |
| September 21, 2023 | Fine | $8,193 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175413 · certified since February 1, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.