1540 North 72ndStreet, Omaha, NE 68114
Phone: (402)393-6500
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 146 | Est. Occupancy: 53% (~68 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
Last Updated: October 2026
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Nebraska at a Glance
385
Total Facilities
2.8
Average Rating
0.68
Avg RN Hours/Day
48.7%
Avg Turnover Rate
CMS Star Rating Distribution
(5-Star)
70
18.2%
(4-Star)
61
15.8%
(3-Star)
63
16.4%
(2-Star)
84
21.8%
(1-Star)
103
26.8%
About Nursing Homes in Nebraska
Nebraska has 385 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2.8 stars. 70 facilities (18.2%) earn the top five-star rating. Facilities in Nebraska average 0.68 RN hours per resident per day, exceeding the national average of 0.64 hours.
Staff turnover averages 48.7% across Nebraska facilities. Research shows facilities with turnover above 60% rarely achieve top ratings.
All nursing homes in Nebraska are regulated by state and federal agencies, undergo regular CMS inspections, and must meet federal quality standards. Use our search tool to compare facilities based on Medicare ratings, staffing levels, quality measures, and safety records.
Nursing Home Costs in Nebraska
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Statewide Average
Nursing home costs in Nebraska average $276-$330 per day ($8,280-$9,900/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 7% below the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey.
Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents.
Cost Variation by Metro Area
We have city-level cost data for 3 metro areas in Nebraska. Costs can vary significantly by location:
Grand Island
$237-$251/day ($7,110-$7,530/month)
Lincoln
$314-$352/day ($9,420-$10,560/month)
Omaha
$339-$409/day ($10,170-$12,270/month)
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Showing 385 of 385 facilities in Nebraska
100 Minor Avenue, Bertrand, NE 68927
Phone: (308)472-3341
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 26 | Est. Occupancy: 67% (~9 available)
GovernmentCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
100 East South Street, Bassett, NE 68714
Phone: (402)684-2991
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 30 | Est. Occupancy: 56% (~13 available)
GovernmentCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars
6798 N 67th Plaza, Omaha, NE 68152
Phone: (402)572-2595
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 96 | Est. Occupancy: 95% (~5 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
450 East 23rd Street, Fremont, NE 68025
Phone: (402)721-1610
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 106 | Est. Occupancy: 80% (~21 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
500 East 10th Street, Gordon, NE 69343
Phone: (308)282-0806
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 40 | Est. Occupancy: 74% (~10 available)
GovernmentCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
6120 South 34th Street, Lincoln, NE 68516
Phone: (402)486-8919
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 50 | Est. Occupancy: 52% (~24 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
2200 South 52nd Street, Lincoln, NE 68506
Phone: (402)413-3607
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 103 | Est. Occupancy: 76% (~25 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars
7835 Elders Drive, State Highway 87, Rushville, NE 69360
Phone: (308)862-4020
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 72 | Est. Occupancy: 52% (~35 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars
1800 East 13th Street, Crete, NE 68333
Phone: (402)826-6805
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 38 | Est. Occupancy: 84% (~6 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
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