Cycle 1
Health 2025-08-21 · Fire 2025-08-21
2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
24 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (7 deficiencies)
Columbus, NE
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus
3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 2 recent health deficiencies with 24 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
2855 40th Avenue, Columbus, NE
(402) 564-8014
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
2 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
145
Certified beds
Average residents
83
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Emerald Healthcare
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1989-12-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.30
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.76
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.80
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.37
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
57%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
74%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.0 |
1.8
0.2 pts worse
|
1.9
0.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.4 |
2.0
0.4 pts worse
|
1.8
0.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 84.2% |
92.8%
8.6 pts worse
|
93.4%
9.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 92.9% |
96.1%
3.2 pts worse
|
95.5%
2.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.5% |
4.5%
About the same
|
3.3%
1.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% |
4.4%
4.4 pts better
|
11.4%
11.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 7.6% |
5.3%
2.3 pts worse
|
5.4%
2.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 23.1% |
19.5%
3.6 pts worse
|
19.6%
3.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 24.3% |
21.6%
2.7 pts worse
|
16.7%
7.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 2.4% |
0.3%
2.1 pts worse
|
0.1%
2.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 11.8% |
20.4%
8.6 pts better
|
16.3%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 8.3% |
19.9%
11.6 pts better
|
14.9%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.6% |
1.6%
About the same
|
1.0%
0.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 4.3% |
2.9%
1.4 pts worse
|
1.7%
2.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 29.3% |
26.6%
2.7 pts worse
|
19.8%
9.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.2% |
4.3%
1.9 pts worse
|
5.1%
1.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 65.7% |
80.5%
14.8 pts worse
|
81.7%
16 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 19.5% |
11.6%
7.9 pts worse
|
12.0%
7.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 3.8% |
2.4%
1.4 pts worse
|
1.6%
2.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 77.6% |
75.9%
1.7 pts better
|
79.7%
2.1 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 18.1% |
20.9%
2.8 pts better
|
23.9%
5.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-07-18 · Fire 2024-07-18
12 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)
11 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (3 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-08-17 · Fire 2023-08-17
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K133 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
Corrected 2025-12-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K281 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K300 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2025-12-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K500 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K922 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-12-12
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K271 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2025-10-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K781 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2025-12-12
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-28
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2024-12-11
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-28
K753 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected 2024-12-11
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-28
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-12-11
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
E20 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Corrected 2024-08-30
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
E35 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Corrected 2024-08-30
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-08-30
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
K223 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2024-08-30
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
K331 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Corrected 2024-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2024-08-30
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-17
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-09-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-17
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-09-20
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-17
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2023-09-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-17
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2023-09-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-17
K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2023-09-20
Inspection history
Recent health citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-10-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-21
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-10-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-14
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-09-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-14
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-09-17
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-08-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2024-08-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2024-08-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2024-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2024-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-01
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-06-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-01
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2024-06-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-04
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-11-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-17
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2023-09-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-17
F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2023-09-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-17
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2023-09-08
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$0
2025-08-21
Payment Denial
Payment Denial · denial start 2025-11-21 · 21 days
21 day denial
Ownership
Ycne Operations, LLC
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Chafetz, Yisroel
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Chafetz, Yisroel
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Columbus Operations LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Fleischmann, David
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Fleischmann, David
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Gopin, Brian
Corporate Officer · Individual
Mann, Nicholas
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Walden, Jacob
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Walden, Jacob
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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