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Saunders Medical Center

1760 County Rd J, Wahoo, NE 68066
Score: 96 / 100

Saunders Medical Center is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Wahoo, Nebraska, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 96/100, it ranks in the top 4% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Saunders Medical Center exceed national averages, with 4.72 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.46 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 6 deficiencies at Saunders Medical Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.72 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.46 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.85 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.41 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.31 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.16 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

6
Total Deficiencies
Oct 20, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 6 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Oct 20, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0625 Severity D
    Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospi
    Nov 1, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Nov 1, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0580 Severity D
    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    Oct 5, 2022 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0641 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Oct 5, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 4.3% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 3.2% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 18.0% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.9% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 11.7% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 1.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 31.4% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 96 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 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
60
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Oct 20, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1