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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Sandstone Heights

440 State Street · Little River, KS 67457 · 36 certified beds

6208976266

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About Sandstone Heights

In Little River, Kansas, Sandstone Heights is listed as a nursing home. Public records list 36 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a nonprofit operator and tie the listing to Rice County Hospital District No 2. We hold 20 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 13 March 2025. CMS also lists 3 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.18 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

1.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

15

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

3.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

5.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

15

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

1.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

15

Inspection history (20)

Records from November 2021 to March 2025.

  • March 13, 2025 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-13 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV
  • March 13, 2025 · D

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-13 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV
  • March 13, 2025 · D

    Citation F0657

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-13 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV
  • March 13, 2025 · D

    Citation F0625

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-13 under CMS tag F0625 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV
  • March 13, 2025 · F

    Citation F0851

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-13 under CMS tag F0851 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV
  • January 16, 2024 · J

    Citation F0602

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-16 under CMS tag F0602 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-16.GOV
  • June 15, 2023 · E

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-15 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-15.GOV
  • June 15, 2023 · F

    Citation F0727

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-15 under CMS tag F0727 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-15.GOV
  • June 15, 2023 · D

    Citation F0660

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-15 under CMS tag F0660 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-15.GOV
  • June 15, 2023 · D

    Citation F0661

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-15 under CMS tag F0661 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-15.GOV
  • June 15, 2023 · F

    Citation F0921

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-15 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-15.GOV
  • June 15, 2023 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-15 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-15.GOV
  • June 15, 2023 · D

    Citation F0557

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-15 under CMS tag F0557 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-15.GOV
  • June 15, 2023 · F

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-15 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-15.GOV
  • June 15, 2023 · D

    Citation F0641

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-15 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-15.GOV
  • November 4, 2021 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-04 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-12-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-04.GOV
  • November 4, 2021 · E

    Citation F0881

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-04 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-12-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-04.GOV
  • November 4, 2021 · D

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-04 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-12-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-04.GOV
  • November 4, 2021 · F

    Citation F0882

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-04 under CMS tag F0882 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-12-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-04.GOV
  • November 4, 2021 · D

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-04 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-12-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-04.GOV

Penalties (3)

Total fines on file: $67,763

  • March 13, 2025 · Payment Denial

    Citation PAYDEN-2025-04-11

    CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2025-04-11, lasting 40 days (triggered by inspection on 2025-03-13). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV
  • March 13, 2025 · Fine

    Citation FINE-82493

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $41,262 against this nursing home on 2025-03-13 (Fine ID: 82493). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV
  • January 16, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-82312

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $26,501 against this nursing home on 2024-01-16 (Fine ID: 82312). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-16.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 4.18 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.83 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.83 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-014.18 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-014.18 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q14.18 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.35 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

Non profit - Other

  1. Parent organization: Rice County Hospital District No 2

    parent · PAC 6507936333

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Other".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  2. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  3. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Other".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  5. Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data

    This listing first appeared in the government file we read. That is usually when it entered the file, not the day it opened.

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical KS range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · KS$8,669/mo
See full KS cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

What Medicaid pays nursing homes

Kansas publishes what its Medicaid program pays a nursing facility per resident per day. It is not a private-pay price and it is not what a family is billed. It is useful because it shows what the state considers the cost of a day of nursing-home care.

Median facility daily rate

$296.71per day

That works out to about $9,020 a month at 30.4 days. The monthly figure is our arithmetic, not a number the state published.

Median we calculated from the state's own facility rate file. Period: SFY2025. Calculated across 298 facilities in the state's rate file.

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Trust & methodology

Where this information came from

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CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
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NPI
CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
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CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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