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Nursing homes in Saunders County, Nebraska
Saunders County, Nebraska, has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 242 certified beds.
33% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (49%). Inspectors recorded 30 health deficiencies over three cycles, 12.4 per 100 beds against 24.6 statewide.
No fines are listed for facilities in the county in the period covered.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Saunders County | Nebraska | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 3 | 180 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 33% | 49% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 12.4 | 24.6 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.2 | 3.9 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $0 | $1.6M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saunders Medical Center | Wahoo | 60 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 8.3 | — | 15 Apr 2026 |
| South Haven Living Center | Wahoo | 85 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 7.1 | — | 10 Jul 2025 |
| Adept Nursing & Rehab of Ashland | Ashland | 97 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 19 | 19.6 | — | 22 Jul 2025 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 5 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 4 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 4 |
| F0923 | Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both. | 2 |
| F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | 2 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 1 |
| Government | 1 |
| Non profit | 1 |
Chains present: Avid Healthcare Group (1), Vetter Senior Living (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Saunders County, Nebraska?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 242 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Saunders County have the highest CMS ratings?
Saunders Medical Center (4 stars), South Haven Living Center (4 stars), Adept Nursing & Rehab of Ashland (2 stars)
How do Saunders County nursing homes compare with Nebraska?
33% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 49% statewide; citations run at 12.4 per 100 beds against 24.6 statewide.