Nursing Homes in Cherokee County, Kansas

3 Medicare-certified nursing homes serve Cherokee County, averaging 3.0 out of 5 overall among rated providers. Below are provider profiles with CMS ratings, inspections, staffing, and ownership.

Browse: Nursing Homes in Kansas · all care types in Cherokee County · Cities: Galena, Columbus, Baxter Springs

Nursing Homes profiles in Cherokee County

Nursing Home · For profit - Corporation Galena Nursing & Rehab Center Galena, KS 66739 CMS rating 2.0 / 545 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Corporation Medicalodges Columbus Columbus, KS 66725 CMS rating 3.0 / 545 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Limited Liability company Quaker Hill Manor Baxter Springs, KS 66713 CMS rating 4.0 / 553 beds

Cities in Cherokee County

Galena, KS 1 facilities Columbus, KS 1 facilities Baxter Springs, KS 1 facilities

Choosing a nursing home in Cherokee County

When comparing nursing homes, review the health inspection findings behind the star rating, check nurse staffing levels and turnover, and ask about rehabilitation services, memory care, and how care plans are reviewed.

The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.

Families in Cherokee County should ask about Medicare and Medicaid participation, current openings, care planning, and how concerns are escalated after hours. In-person visits and direct questions remain the most reliable way to judge fit.

Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in Cherokee County?

The current CMS snapshot lists 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Cherokee County, Kansas, with an average overall CMS rating of 3.0 out of 5 among rated providers.

Which cities in Cherokee County have nursing homes?

Galena, Columbus, Baxter Springs have Medicare-certified nursing homes in the current snapshot.

Data sources

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog. Data processing date: 2026-10-06.

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