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Trego Co-lemke Memorial Hospital Ltcu

Strong Medicare quality ratings. Still worth an in-person visit before deciding.

320 N 13th St, Wakeeney, KS 6767237 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.4/5

based on 10 Google reviews

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Choosing Trego Co-lemke Memorial Hospital Ltcu means your loved one is in a facility that ranks well on Medicare quality measures. While no facility is perfect, the clinical data here is encouraging.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

10 reviews analyzed
[MISMATCH] Google reviews appear to be for a hospital, not this facility. Review data may be inaccurate.

Rating Trends

2343.02019(2)3.02022(2)1.02023(1)3.72025(3)5.02026(2)

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How They Respond to Reviews

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Questions for Your Tour

  • 1With such a high staffing rating, how do you ensure that the team stays connected with each resident's personal preferences and daily needs?
  • 2What specific steps is the facility taking to address the recent health inspection findings and improve overall care standards?
  • 3How does the nursing team manage medical emergencies or sudden changes in health status during the overnight hours?
  • 4Could you tell us about the types of social activities or outings planned to keep residents engaged and active within the community?
  • 5How do you involve family members in the care plan to ensure we are all working together for our loved one's well-being?
  • 6What is the process for communicating updates to families regarding any changes in a resident's health or daily routine?

Personalized based on this facility's data

Source: 10 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.69hrs
91%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.83hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
28%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
57%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 15 measures

Medicare Rating
2/ 5
Better Than Avg

7

measures

Worse Than Avg

7

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility28.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
28.6%
US
15.4%
KS
18.1%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.9%
Better than Avg
Here
0.9%
US
12.1%
KS
6.1%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.6%
Better than Avg
Here
14.6%
US
19.4%
KS
23.0%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.9%
Better than Avg
Here
96.9%
US
93.4%
KS
91.7%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility19.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
19.0%
US
14.4%
KS
18.4%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
95.5%
KS
95.5%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility82.6%
Better than Avg
Here
82.6%
US
81.8%
KS
75.6%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

9deficiencies
Near state avg (10.1)
1 complaint-triggered

A family reported concerns that triggered an investigation into abuse reporting practices, which revealed failures to timely report suspected incidents to authorities. The facility has persistent fire safety and building maintenance problems, medication management issues, and nursing care deficiencies across multiple surveys. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the recurring patterns in fire safety systems, medication oversight, and basic nursing requirements suggest ongoing operational challenges that families should carefully consider.

Nov 19, 2025Complaint
1
0609Severe

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Jun 4, 2025Routine
21
0222ModerateCorrected

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.

0345ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0712ModerateCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0918ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0801ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

0880ModerateCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0355ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0511ModerateCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0753ModerateCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

0761ModerateCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0920ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0727ModerateCorrected

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.

0363MinorCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0372MinorCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0923MinorCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0600MinorCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

0609MinorCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

0690MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0757MinorCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

0881MinorCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Sep 20, 2023Routine
21
0291ModerateCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0293ModerateCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0345ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0712ModerateCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0914ModerateCorrected

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.

0918ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0355ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0362ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

0511ModerateCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0761ModerateCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0908ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.

0920ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0550MinorCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

0656MinorCorrected

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.

0686MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0756MinorCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

0757MinorCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

0758MinorCorrected

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.

0849MinorCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

0732MinorCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

May 26, 2022Routine
16
0291ModerateCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0345ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0712ModerateCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0761ModerateCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0901ModerateCorrected

Electrical Deficiencies

Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.

0918ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0880ModerateCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0211ModerateCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0321ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0362ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

0372ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0511ModerateCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0753ModerateCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

0920ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0355MinorCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0908MinorCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Trego Co-lemke Memorial Hospital Ltcu

Organization Type

government

Ownership & Management

Owners

Undisclosed

Ownership Data Not Available · Organization

Source: Medicare provider data

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