Pioneer Lodge
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 14 Google reviews
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (14 vs median 9.0)
- High staff turnover (55%)
Below average in KS · Meets national RN staffing standard · No penalties on record
What this means for your family
Pioneer Lodge is frequently praised for its caring staff and positive environment, making it a strong candidate for those prioritizing emotional support. However, we recommend that families conduct unannounced visits to observe staff engagement, as some reports suggest that employees may occasionally be distracted by television rather than focusing on patient monitoring.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
14 reviews on Google“Pioneer Lodge is generally regarded as a caring environment where residents are treated with affection and attention. However, some families have noted concerns regarding staff attentiveness, specifically observing employees watching television instead of actively monitoring patients.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Caring and attentive nursing staff
- Pleasant, welcoming environment
- Strong focus on resident well-being
Concerns
- Staff attentiveness and supervision (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 15 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1With a smaller community of 25 residents, how does your team ensure that each individual receives consistent, personalized supervision throughout the day and night?
- 2I noticed that your staffing rating is quite strong; how do you leverage that consistent presence to ensure residents feel well-supported during the busier transition times of the day?
- 3Given the recent focus on health inspection standards, what specific steps has the leadership team taken recently to improve operational processes and care outcomes?
- 4I’ve read such lovely things about the welcoming atmosphere here; could you walk me through a typical afternoon to see how you keep residents engaged and active within such a close-knit group?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency, what is your specific protocol for coordinating with local hospitals and keeping family members informed in real-time?
- 6How do you balance the need for resident independence with the level of oversight required to ensure everyone remains safe and comfortable?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Staff is very caring and pays attention to family concerns.”
“It was ok for what it was but employees watch tv and don't keep too close of eye on patients.”
“Pioneer Lodge staff cared for my father and provided wonderful care.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 14 measures
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Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Pioneer Lodge shows a concerning pattern of recurring issues across recent surveys, with deficiencies appearing in fire safety systems, electrical equipment maintenance, and staff training that persist across multiple inspections. The facility has struggled with proper nurse aide training, food safety protocols, and infection control measures. While all deficiencies have correction dates indicating the facility addresses problems when identified, the repeated nature of safety and staffing issues warrants careful consideration during your visit.
Sep 23, 2025Routine23
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
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.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Administration Deficiencies
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Dec 14, 2023Routine16
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Administration Deficiencies
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Egress Deficiencies
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Jan 27, 2022Routine3
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Pioneer Lodge
nonprofit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Undisclosed
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