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Saunders Medical Center

Excellent5-Star CMS Rating

1760 County Rd J, Wahoo, NE 68066

60 Beds
Medicare Since 2016

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1760 County Rd J
Wahoo, NE 68066

About Saunders Medical Center

Nursing home overview and details

Saunders Medical Center is a government-operated nursing home in Wahoo, NE, serving Saunders County and the surrounding community. The facility has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 56.7 residents.

Saunders Medical Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 2016, bringing 10 years of experience in long-term care. This nursing facility is located within a hospital campus, providing convenient access to acute medical services when needed.

Saunders Medical Center has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Wahoo, NE, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating5/5 Stars
Certified Beds60
Avg. Residents/Day56.7
OwnershipGovernment - County
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountySaunders
Affiliated Doctors4

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Saunders Medical Center has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.

Health Inspection

Excellent

Quality Measures

Excellent

Staffing

Very Good

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Saunders Medical Center provides 4.84 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.55 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 38.2%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 42.9%. Weekend staffing averages 4.45 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.55
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.84
Total Nurse Turnover Rate38.2%
RN Turnover Rate42.9%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)4.45

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Saunders Medical Center has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This is an important consideration for families evaluating nursing home safety, as it indicates the facility has maintained compliance with federal quality standards. The facility has no infection control deficiencies on record, which is particularly important for the health and safety of elderly residents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Saunders Medical Center

What is the CMS rating for Saunders Medical Center?

Saunders Medical Center has a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Saunders Medical Center have?

Saunders Medical Center has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 56.7 residents.

What type of facility is Saunders Medical Center?

Saunders Medical Center is a government - county nursing home serving Saunders County in Wahoo, NE.

How many doctors practice at Saunders Medical Center?

4 physicians are affiliated with Saunders Medical Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Saunders Medical Center have any safety concerns?

Saunders Medical Center has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·