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Medicalodges Iola

600 E Garfield Street

3.3(15 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
45
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
45
Ownership
100% employee-owned facility

What Families Think

Reviews of Medicalodges Iola are sharply divided: some families describe a warm, welcoming home where staff went out of their way to help despite financial constraints, while others report serious lapses in basic medical care and communication. The community is skilled nursing/rehab focused and employee-owned, but the small number of online reviews shows a split between five-star praise for individual staff and one-star accounts of neglect.

The Good

  • Welcomed a resident despite limited financial means
  • Administrator praised for being personally available
  • Staff (e.g., laundry lead) create sense of inclusion
  • On-site aviary, activity rooms, outdoor garden and playground
  • Employee-owned model tied to care quality

The Bad

  • One report of a diabetic resident not receiving proper meals or monitoring
  • One report of staff misleading resident and caregiver about care needs
  • Multiple reports describe lack of urgency and accountability in care
  • Mixed reputation: 3.3 rating from only 15 reviews

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Medicalodges Iola is a senior living community in Iola, Kansas offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.3 out of 5 across 15 reviews.

About Medicalodges Iola

Medicalodges Iola is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Iola, Kansas, serving both short-term and long-term care needs for residents of Iola and surrounding communities.

The community's staff assists residents in achieving their highest possible level of physical, emotional, and social well-being. Medicalodges Iola is 100% employee owned, meaning each staff member has a personal, vested interest in providing quality care to the residents served.

Types of Care at Medicalodges Iola

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Medicalodges Iola

3.3overall · 15 ratings combined

3.3★ on Google (15)

John Miller

May 2026

via Google

This facility failed a vulnerable diabetic resident in a serious and unacceptable way. He was not provided proper diabetic meals, and staff failed to even check on him regularly. Basic care was neglected. What was supposed to be a two-week stay turned into a medical emergency within just three days. He had to be removed and is now in the hospital receiving treatment because of their negligence. This is not just poor service — it is dangerous. No one should trust this place with the care of a loved one.

Tina M

May 2026

via Google

I am absolutely disgusted by my experience with this nursing home. The level of negligence and dishonesty we encountered is beyond unacceptable. Staff members repeatedly misled both the resident and his caregiver, and critical care needs were ignored. There was a complete lack of urgency, accountability, and basic human compassion. If it had not been for the caregiver stepping in and advocating when no one else would, the outcome could have been tragic. That is not an exaggeration—that is how serious the situation became. This facility failed to provide even the most fundamental standard of care. Families trust places like this with the lives of their loved ones, and that trust was completely broken here. I would strongly urge anyone considering this nursing home to think twice and ask hard questions before placing someone in their care. Do not go there

Kayla SHUEY

Apr 2026

via Google

Tracy the administrator is all about enforcing the rules, regulations and ensuring her patients, families and staff remain safe. Working long hours and dedicating her own time to the facility, she strides for nothing but excellence with her team.

Abbe James-Cupp

Jul 2024

via Google

A truly wonderful facility and such an answer to prayer! Even with our very limited means, they not only made room for my grandmother when we had very few options, but also went above and beyond to make us feel welcome with open arms. Truly a gift from God; my heart feels so grateful knowing my grandmother receives such kind, compassionate care. You can tell they have invested much time and energy into making Medicalodge feel like a home away from home - from the aviary, to the various activity rooms, all the way to the outdoor playground and gardens - you can feel God's love throughout! Tracy, the executive director, despite having many responsibilities, made herself personally available to answer any questions or concerns as we settled in, and can always be found with a smile on her face! Thank you for the love you have all shown our family, we are so blessed to have found a home in Medicalodge, Iola!

Jeanne Moerer

Sep 2020

via Google

Rarely have I ever been so impressed as with the head of laundry services. OH MY GOODNESS, what an awesome person she is! She has a natural talent to make you feel part of the "inside" although we are still limited to the outside. I know she looks after my mother personally! What a tremendous feeling of inclusion! Thank you!

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Government Inspection History

5 inspection visits in the last three years, 63 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Jul 23, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard19 citations
  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 12, 2025

  • Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 12, 2025

  • Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 12, 2025

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 12, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 12, 2025

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 12, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 12, 2025

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 22, 2025

May 6, 2024Health Complaint4 citations
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 6, 2024

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

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 6, 2024

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 6, 2024

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 6, 2024

Jan 25, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard22 citations
  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 3, 2024

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 28, 2024

  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 28, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 28, 2024

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 3, 2024

  • Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 3, 2024

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 12, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 28, 2024

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 12, 2024

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 3, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 3, 2024

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 3, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2024

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2024

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 3, 2024

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 3, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 12, 2024

  • Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 28, 2024

Dec 20, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 16, 2023

Jun 9, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
  • Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 4, 2022

  • 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.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 4, 2022

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 4, 2022

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 4, 2022

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 8, 2022

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 8, 2022

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 8, 2022

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Medicalodges Iola offer?

Medicalodges Iola offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Medicalodges Iola located?

Medicalodges Iola is located at 600 E Garfield Street in Iola, Kansas.

What do families say about Medicalodges Iola?

Reviews of Medicalodges Iola are sharply divided: some families describe a warm, welcoming home where staff went out of their way to help despite financial constraints, while others report serious lapses in basic medical care and communication. The community is skilled nursing/rehab focused and employee-owned, but the small number of online reviews shows a split between five-star praise for individual staff and one-star accounts of neglect.

How did Medicalodges Iola do on recent health and safety inspections?

Medicalodges Iola had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 63 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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