Salem Home

704 S Ash Street · Hillsboro, KS · 67063 · 6209471429

45 certified beds Non profit - Corporation

Why this verdict

  • Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.

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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.

62% of nursing staff left within a year

High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 61
Serious harm & abuse 20% 94
Staffing 20% 65
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 37
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day4.103.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.430.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day3.44≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year62%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (10 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · E August 7, 2024

    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 August 13, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D August 7, 2024

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Corrected August 13, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F August 7, 2024

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected August 13, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F August 7, 2024

    Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

    Corrected August 13, 2024 · Administration

  • Immediate jeopardy · J December 13, 2022

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected August 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D December 13, 2022

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Corrected January 12, 2023 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D April 27, 2021

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected May 28, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D April 27, 2021

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Corrected May 28, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D April 27, 2021

    Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Corrected May 28, 2021 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D April 27, 2021

    Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Corrected May 28, 2021 · Pharmacy Service

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175484 · certified since April 5, 2005. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.