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Ness Co Hospital Home Care Services

Ness City, KS Licensed32+ yrs

Service Area & Location

Agency Headquarters

306 E Cedar

Ness City, KS 67560

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Medicare Home Health Agency

This is a Medicare-certified home health agency providing medical services under a physician's plan of care. This is different from non-medical home care.

Skilled NursingPhysical TherapyHome Health Aide
Occupational TherapySpeech TherapyMedical Social Services

Atlas Score

B(75/100)

Above average — meets expectations in most areas

This agency performs above average based on Medicare quality data. It is particularly strong in responsiveness.

vs. National

-1

avg 76.38

vs. KS

-2

avg 76.52

Strengths

  • Low fall injury rate
  • Strong discharge function scores
  • Good info sharing with doctors
  • Care starts quickly after referral

Watch-outs

  • Below-average bathing independence
This agency does not have a CMS star rating. The Atlas Score is computed from underlying quality metrics that CMS collects but doesn't always rate.

Ownership: GOVERNMENT OPERATED

Based on 7 of 14 CMS quality metrics. How we score agencies

The Atlas Score is based on CMS Medicare data and is for informational purposes only. Always evaluate agencies based on your specific care needs.

Care Programs & Services

Specialized Care Focus

This agency has indicated experience or specialized training in these areas:

  • Companionship
  • Personal Care
  • Elderly Care
  • Post-Surgery Recovery
  • Post-Hospital Support
  • Rehab Support

Daily Support Services

Coverage Hours

  • Hourly Care
  • Short-Term Care
  • Long-Term Ongoing Care

Personal Care

  • Bathing Assistance
  • Grooming & Hygiene
  • Dressing
  • Toileting
  • Transfers (Bed/Chair)
  • Mobility & Ambulation Support
  • Feeding Assistance

Household & Companionship

  • Companionship
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Medication Reminders (Non-Clinical)

Recovery & Transitional

  • Post-Hospital Support
  • Post-Surgery Recovery
  • Care Coordination with Family
  • Rehab Support (Non-Clinical)
  • Stroke Recovery Support

Payment

Accepted Payment Methods

  • Medicare

Note: Non-medical home care is primarily paid privately out-of-pocket. If you have a Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI) policy, check with the agency to see if they can help process your claims.

Rates and payment options are provided by the agency and are subject to change. Always verify current pricing directly with the provider before starting care.

Meet the Agency

Agency Snapshot

Structure
Local Independent

Licensing & Protections

State Registry Status

LICENSED

Appears active based on available state registry data. Verify directly with the licensing agency before making decisions.

State License Details

License Number (CCN)177275
Regulatory AuthorityCenters for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
First Issued Date1994-12-05

Medicare Quality Report

Verified clinical performance data from CMS

Safety & Prevention

Preventing Hospitalizations

How often patients had to go to the hospital for things that could have been prevented.

Same As National Rate
A 'Better than National' rating means this agency is strong at catching health issues before they become emergencies.

Major Fall Prevention

The percentage of patients who suffered a serious injury from a fall.

0%
Safety is priority #1. High performance here shows excellent home-safety monitoring.
Patient Recovery & Independence

Bathing Independence

How many patients became more independent with daily hygiene.

47%
A key measure of how well the agency helps seniors stay at home safely.

Discharge Function

How well patients were functioning when they finished home health care.

50%
Higher scores mean patients left care in better condition.

Discharge to Community

How often patients were able to stay in the community after care ended.

Worse Than National Rate
Higher rates mean patients successfully stayed home rather than going to a facility.
Responsiveness & Communication

Speed of Starting Care

How often care started within a few days of a doctor’s referral.

83%
If you need help urgently, this metric shows whether they can start quickly.

Health Info Shared with Doctors

How often the agency transferred health information to the patient’s doctor.

96%
Good communication means your doctor and the agency are aligned on your care.

Data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This is one source of information; we recommend talking to the agency and your doctor when choosing care.

At a glance: Ness Co Hospital Home Care Services

Ness Co Hospital Home Care Services is a Medicare-certified home health agency in Ness City, Kansas. As a home health provider, they deliver medical services in the home under a physician's plan of care. This is different from non-medical home care agencies that provide companionship and personal care assistance. They have been serving their community for 31 years.

License #177275

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