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Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

2855 40th Avenue, Columbus, NE 68601
Score: 53 / 100

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 53/100. The facility ranks in the 45th percentile among Nebraska nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.

Staffing at Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is near the national average, with 3.86 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 18 deficiencies at Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.86 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.30 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.76 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.80 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.37 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.24 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

18
Total Deficiencies
Aug 20, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 18 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0584 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Aug 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 20, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity F
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jul 17, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 6.2% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 4.5% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 24.3% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 4.3% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 8.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 7.6% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 29.3% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 53 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
145
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2