Medicalodges Independence

Nursing Home · Independence, KS

CMS overall rating 4/5 For profit - Corporation

CMS certification number175464

Contact & location

1000 Mulberry
Independence, KS 67301
Montgomery County
Phone
(620) 331-8789
ZIP code
67301 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
45
Residents per day
38.7 (86% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Legal name
Medicalodges INC
Chain
Medicalodges, INC. (18 facilities, avg 2.7★)
Medicare certified since
May 9, 2003
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.1
Health inspections★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.9
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.5
Quality measures★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 3.2
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 2/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 1/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.69 (state 4.07 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.65 (state 0.71 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.41 (state 0.65 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.64 (state 2.70 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.17 (state 3.60 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
38.5 (state 48.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
—
Administrators who left
0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
June 18, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
7.0 (state 9.5 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
17 health · 14 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2025-06-18 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-17
2025-06-18 Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
F0578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-17
2025-06-18 Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
F0583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-17
2025-06-18 Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
F0628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-17
2025-06-18 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-17
2025-06-18 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-17
2025-06-18 Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-17
2023-11-29 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-15
2023-11-29 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-15
2023-11-29 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-15
2023-11-29 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-15
2023-11-29 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-15
2023-11-29 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.
F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-15
2023-11-29 Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-15
2023-10-10 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-10-20
2022-04-07 Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-04-22
2022-04-07 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-04-22

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Medicalodges INC (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
Butler, Richard (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Cox, Garen (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Doll, Gayle (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Hines, Scott (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Lager, Shannon (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Marshall, Carol (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Ott, Ron (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Cardenas, Staci (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Coover, Teresa (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Cox, Garen (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Hines, Scott (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Lager, Shannon (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Lantz, Kathleen (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
McBride, Travis (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Rohling McCord, Catherine (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Smith, Pamela (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Lawrence, Megan (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Medicalodges Independence?

Medicalodges Independence has a 4-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Kansas.

How many beds does Medicalodges Independence have?

It has 45 certified beds and cares for about 39 residents per day.

Has Medicalodges Independence been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Who owns Medicalodges Independence?

It is part of Medicalodges, INC. and is classified as for profit - corporation. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Medicalodges Independence?

(620) 331-8789. The facility is located at 1000 Mulberry, Independence, KS 67301.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.