Cycle 1
Health 2025-06-17 · Fire 2025-06-17
5 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (2 deficiencies)
13 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Fairbury, NE
Heritage Care Center
3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 5 recent health deficiencies with 13 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
909 17th Street, Fairbury, NE
(402) 729-2289
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
100
Certified beds
Average residents
47
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Vetter Senior Living
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
2004-07-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Chain footprint
22 facilities
Chain averages 4 overall / 4 health / 4 staffing / 4 quality stars
Changed ownership
No
Within the last 12 months
Family council
Yes
Resident and family council reported
Sprinklers
Yes
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.53
Registered nurse staffing · state 0.71 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
1.06
Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.71 · national 0.87
Aide hours / resident day
1.61
Nurse aide staffing · state 2.76 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
3.19
All reported nurse hours · state 4.17 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
1.58
RN + LPN hours · state 1.41 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
2.27
Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.61 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
0.28
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.49 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.07
Reported PT staffing · state 0.06 · national 0.07
Adjusted RN hours
0.65
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
3.91
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.12
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
17%
Annual RN turnover · state 46% · national 45%
Total nurse turnover
55%
Annual nurse turnover · state 49% · national 46%
SNF VBP
Value-based purchasing
Program rank
8,134
Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.
Performance score
27.69
Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.
Payment multiplier
0.9847
Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.
Program components
How the VBP score is built
Readmission
Not reported
This facility did not meet this measure's case minimum policy requirement and therefore no measure data is publicly reported.
Healthcare-associated infections
Not reported
This facility did not meet this measure's case minimum policy requirement and therefore no measure data is publicly reported.
Total nurse turnover
0
Baseline 30.95% · Performance 70.15% · Measure score 0 · Achievement 0 · Improvement 0
Adjusted total nurse staffing
5.54
Baseline 4.25 hours · Performance 4.65 hours · Measure score 5.54 · Achievement 5.54 · Improvement 2.13
SNF QRP
Medicare quality reporting measures
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | Not Available |
10.72%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays 21 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Discharge to community | Not Available |
50.57%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays 16 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | Not Available |
1.02
|
Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | Not Available |
95.27%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 17 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Falls with major injury | Not Available |
0.77%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 17 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Discharge self-care score | Not Available |
53.69%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 13 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Discharge mobility score | Not Available |
50.94%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 13 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | Not Available |
2.29%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 17 · Adjusted rate Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | Not Available |
7.12%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays 9 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 11.43% |
8.2%
3.2 pts better
|
Numerator 8 · Denominator 70 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 92.59% |
42%
50.6 pts better
|
Numerator 75 · Denominator 81 |
| Discharge function score | Not Available |
56.45%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 13 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Transfer of health information to provider | Not Available |
95.95%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 3 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Transfer of health information to patient | Not Available |
96.28%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 5 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | Not Available |
25.2%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 10 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
92.8%
7.2 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
96.1%
3.9 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.3% |
4.5%
0.2 pts better
|
3.3%
1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.3% · Q2 6.5% · Q3 4.3% · Q4 2.1% · 4Q avg 4.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| 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 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 0.0% |
5.3%
5.3 pts better
|
5.4%
5.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 8.6% |
19.5%
10.9 pts better
|
19.6%
11 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.9% · Q2 4.9% · Q3 14.3% · Q4 10.3% · 4Q avg 8.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 2.9% |
21.6%
18.7 pts better
|
16.7%
13.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 5.3% · Q2 5.7% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 2.9% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.3%
0.3 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 16.1% |
20.4%
4.3 pts better
|
16.3%
0.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 9.8% · Q2 24.6% · Q3 7.9% · Q4 20.3% · 4Q avg 16.1% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 18.2% |
19.9%
1.7 pts better
|
14.9%
3.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 15.0% · Q2 12.5% · Q3 14.6% · Q4 31.6% · 4Q avg 18.2% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 2.2% |
2.9%
0.7 pts better
|
1.7%
0.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 2.2% · Q3 2.1% · Q4 4.3% · 4Q avg 2.2% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 21.6% |
26.6%
5 pts better
|
19.8%
1.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 21.9% · Q2 20.4% · Q3 15.8% · Q4 28.5% · 4Q avg 21.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 1.3% |
4.3%
3 pts better
|
5.1%
3.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 2.9% · Q4 2.2% · 4Q avg 1.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.3% |
80.5%
17.8 pts better
|
81.7%
16.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 98.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
2.4%
2.4 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-05-02 · Fire 2024-05-02
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Miscellaneous (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-06-16 · Fire 2023-06-16
2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (1 deficiency)
10 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2025-07-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-07-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2025-07-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K500 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2025-07-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-07-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K901 · Electrical Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.
Corrected 2025-07-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
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.
Corrected 2025-07-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K300 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2025-07-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
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 2025-07-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-07-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Corrected 2025-07-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-07-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
K922 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-07-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-07-09
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-07-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2023-08-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-08-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-08-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2023-08-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-08-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-08-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-08-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
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 2023-08-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-08-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
K922 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-08-01
Inspection history
Recent health citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-05
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 2025-08-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
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 2025-07-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
F908 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected 2025-07-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2025-07-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-17
F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2025-07-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-19
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2025-03-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-19
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2025-03-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F826 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide specialized rehabilitative services by qualified personnel, when ordered for a resident by a doctor.
Corrected 2024-05-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-05-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2023-07-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-16
F602 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected 2023-07-17
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Vetter Senior Living
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Sloane, Martina
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Sloane, Martina
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Stroklund, Rebecca
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Stroklund, Rebecca
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Stuhr, Brian
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Stuhr, Brian
Corporate Officer · Individual
Stuhr, Brian
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Vanekeren, Glenn
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Vanekeren, Glenn
Corporate Officer · Individual
Vanekeren, Glenn
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Vetter Senior Living
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Vetter, Eldora
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Vetter, Eldora
Corporate Officer · Individual
Vetter, Eldora
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Vetter, Jack
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Vetter, Jack
Corporate Officer · Individual
Vetter, Jack
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Vsl Vetter Health Services LLC
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
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