B

Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital

1715 26th Street, Central City, NE 68826
Score: 73 / 100

Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 73/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Central City facility ranks in the 66th percentile among Nebraska nursing homes.

Staffing levels are a potential concern at Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital, with 3.22 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.

Recent inspections identified 7 deficiencies at Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.22 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.61 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.78 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.82 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.83 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.35 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

7
Total Deficiencies
Sep 10, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 7 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Sep 10, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity F
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 12, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0655 Severity E
    Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
    Aug 12, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0759 Severity E
    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    Aug 12, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0690 Severity D
    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent
    Aug 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care 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 1.9% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 3.5% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 14.9% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 7.8% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 15.2% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 1.4% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 22.5% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 73 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - County
Certified Beds
46
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 10, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1