nursing home in Papillion, NE
Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages
6082 Grand Lodge Avenue, Papillion, NE 68133 · (402) 885-7000
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages at a glance
Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages is a 48-bed for-profit nursing home in Papillion, Nebraska (Sarpy County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Nebraska average of 2.8.
Residents receive about 4.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 14, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Nebraska average is 7.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 68.7% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 48
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 2015
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Sarpy County
- CMS Certification Number
- 285293
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.77 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.88 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.29 hrs | 2.64 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.26 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 68.7% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 85.7% | 44.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 49 | 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 | 48 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 44 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.5% | 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) | 4.1% | 4.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.9% | 4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.3% | 20.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.9% | 19% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 24.7% | 18.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 11.1% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.6% | 4.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 8.4% | 19.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.8% | 25.9% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.6% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.9% | 93% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.5% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 76.7% | 75.9% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.1% | 80.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 24 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 14, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 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 May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 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 May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 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 May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Complaint | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 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 May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 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 May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 14, 2025 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 24, 2024 Complaint | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 30, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 30, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Complaint | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 30, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 30, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 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 April 10, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 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 April 10, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Complaint | 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 10, 2024 |
| November 13, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 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 May 22, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 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 May 22, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 13, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 3, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 Standard | 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 hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 2023 |
| March 21, 2023 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AERNI, TODD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| ASWEGE-MEZENBERG, DEBRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| HATCHER, ANTHONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| HILLCREST HEALTH SYSTEMS INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2026 |
| JANICKI, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| MALLOY, TIMOTHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| MATHISON ROBERTS, JOLENE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| MULHEARN, KEVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/06/2013 |
| OESTMANN, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| RIPPLE, REGGIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| WALKER, SHYANN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2025 |
| AERNI, TODD Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| JANICKI, JAMES Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| MATHISON ROBERTS, JOLENE Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| MULHEARN, KEVIN Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| OESTMANN, MATTHEW Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| RIPPLE, REGGIE Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| JANICKI, JAMES Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| MULHEARN, KEVIN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| OESTMANN, MATTHEW Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| RIPPLE, REGGIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| ASWEGE-MEZENBERG, DEBRA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| HATCHER, ANTHONY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| HILLCREST HEALTH SYSTEMS INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| JANICKI, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| MULHEARN, KEVIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| OESTMANN, MATTHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2021 |
| WALKER, SHYANN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages's rating?
Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages has 2 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 Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Nebraska average of 7.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages 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 Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages and how do I contact it?
Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages is at 6082 Grand Lodge Avenue, Papillion, NE 68133. Phone: (402) 885-7000.
About this data
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