St Lukes Northland Hospital
Smithville, MO · Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility (CCN 26T062)
- Patients discharged to the community (return home): No Different
- Readmissions within 30 days of discharge: No Different
- Readmissions during the rehab stay: No Different
- C. difficile (C. diff) infections: No Different
Ownership: Non-profit · Phone: (816) 532-7360 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
St Lukes Northland Hospital is rated by CMS as performing no different than the national rate on discharging patients back to the community, and none of its 5 reported measures are better or worse than the national benchmark — its results are statistically similar to national averages.
At St Lukes Northland Hospital, CMS reports that the rate of patients discharged back to the community is no different than the national rate, and readmission rates after discharge are also no different than the national rate, meaning outcomes are in line with national norms.
St Lukes Northland Hospital is a Medicare-certified, non-profit inpatient rehabilitation facility in Smithville, Missouri, that provides intensive therapy to help patients regain function after a stroke, surgery, or serious injury before returning home.
About this facility
St Lukes Northland Hospital is a Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) located in Smithville, Clay County, Missouri. An IRF provides intensive, hospital-level therapy — typically physical, occupational, and speech therapy — to help patients regain function after a stroke, surgery, or serious injury, with the goal of returning home rather than moving to long-term custodial care. This facility is non-profit and has been Medicare-certified since January 1, 2003.
According to CMS Care Compare, St Lukes Northland Hospital's rate of discharging patients back to the community is no different than the national rate. Its rates of potentially-preventable readmissions, both during the rehab stay and after discharge, are also no different than the national rate. Its rate of C. diff healthcare-associated infection is no different than the national benchmark. CMS did not report a catheter-associated urinary tract infection rate for this facility, which often reflects a low number of qualifying cases rather than a quality concern.
Overall, CMS rates this facility as performing on par with the national benchmark on 0 of 5 reported measures better and 0 of 5 worse — meaning its reported results are statistically similar to national averages across the board. Patients and families considering rehabilitation here should review the most current details directly on CMS Care Compare, as ratings are updated periodically. This summary reflects CMS Care Compare data as most recently made available.
Questions patients and families ask
What is an inpatient rehabilitation facility, and how is it different from a nursing home?
An inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) provides intensive, hospital-level therapy aimed at helping patients regain function and return home, unlike a nursing home, which typically provides longer-term custodial care at a lower intensity of therapy.
How often do patients at this facility recover enough to return home?
CMS reports that St Lukes Northland Hospital's rate of discharging patients to the community is no different than the national rate.
How does this facility compare to national rates on readmissions?
CMS reports that both readmission during the stay and readmission after discharge are no different than the national rate.
How does this facility compare on healthcare-associated infections?
Its C. diff infection rate is no different than the national benchmark; a catheter-associated infection rate was not reported by CMS, often due to low case counts.
Does Medicare cover care at this facility?
Yes, St Lukes Northland Hospital has been Medicare-certified since January 1, 2003.
Who owns this facility?
It operates as a non-profit facility.
How long has this facility been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 1, 2003.
What conditions does inpatient rehabilitation treat?
The data provided does not specify treated conditions; please contact the facility at (816) 532-7360 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How is this facility's overall quality picture on CMS measures?
CMS shows 0 of 5 reported measures better than the national benchmark and 0 worse, meaning results are statistically similar to national averages.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current information at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/inpatient-rehabilitation-facility/26T062?state=MO.
What should I ask when choosing an inpatient rehab facility?
Consider asking about therapy hours, admission criteria, and specific outcome measures; contact the facility at (816) 532-7360 for details not covered by CMS data.
How do I arrange a transfer to this facility from the hospital?
Transfer arrangements are not covered in this data; please contact the facility directly at (816) 532-7360 to discuss admission and transfer processes.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Outcome comparisons are CMS's published measures relative to the national rate. Verify current details with the facility and Medicare before making care decisions.