nursing home in Hebron, NE
Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home
220 Park Avenue, Hebron, NE 68370 · (402) 768-3900
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home at a glance
Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home is a 64-bed non-profit nursing home in Hebron, Nebraska (Thayer County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Nebraska average of 2.8.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 10, 2025) found 0 health citations. The Nebraska average is 7.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 64
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 2004
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Thayer County
- CMS Certification Number
- 285259
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.99 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.66 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.39 hrs | 2.64 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.24 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 3 | 57.3 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $11,975 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 64 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 28 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 44.2% | 73% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 8.7% | 4.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.3% | 4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 37.3% | 20.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.5% | 2.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 38.3% | 19% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.5% | 18.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.5% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.8% | 4.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 12.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 15.4% | 19.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.5% | 25.9% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.9% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 93% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 84.6% | 80.9% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 27 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0922 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. Electrical Deficiencies · Tag K0901 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0900 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0700 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| October 8, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2024 |
| June 27, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| June 27, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| June 27, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| June 27, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 27, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| June 27, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 27, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 12, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 12, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 12, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHOS, DOUG Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2021 |
| CHOS, DOUG Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2021 |
| CHOS, DOUG Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2021 |
| WITTLER, LORI Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/08/2008 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home's rating?
Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Nebraska nursing homes is 2.8 stars.
How many inspection citations did Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Nebraska average of 7.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home?
It is non profit - church related. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home is at 220 Park Avenue, Hebron, NE 68370. Phone: (402) 768-3900.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.