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HomeNebraskaLitzenberg Memorial County Hospital

Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital

1715 26th Street, Central City, NE 688263089462920WebsiteGoogle Maps
0.0on Google(0 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
46
certified

How Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital Compares in Nebraska

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Nebraska. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
NE average
2.8/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
NE average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
NE average
3.2/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.49 hrs/day
NE average
3.98 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.65 hrs/day
NE average
0.67 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
30.0%
NE average
48.7%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Nebraska average of 2.8/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Nebraska average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.49 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.98.
Staff turnover is 30.0%, lower than the Nebraska average of 48.7%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 13, 2024
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Sep 11, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 4 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$8,365/mo
Nebraska median
Private Room
$9,429/mo
Nebraska median
Merrick County 65+
1,650
21.5% of county
County Population
7,675
Merrick County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Central City, Nebraska with 46 certified beds. It has been operating since 2014. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
46
Avg Residents/Day
30.1
Ownership
Government - County
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 30, 2014
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Merrick
Last Inspection
Sep 11, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
13.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (7)

F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Sep 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0655Potential for Harm

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.15 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.69 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.65 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.49 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.15 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
30.0%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Government - County
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (12)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MERRICK COUNTY5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jul 1, 2017
GLASSER, RONALDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 12, 1986
HUGGETT, RAYMONDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 1999
WOLFE, KATHERYNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2002
BENNER, TYSONCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 20, 2021
GLASSER, RONALDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 1989
THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2017
JOHNSON, LAURIEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 13, 2012
MAHNKE, STEVENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 1, 2011
TRIPLETT, EMILYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
VANDEWALLE, MELISSAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 19, 2024
VANDEWALLE, MELISSAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AAug 19, 2024

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital and nearby alternatives.

All Nebraska facilities
Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital
Central City, NECurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Adept Nursing & Rehab of Central City
Central City, NE528 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Memorial Community Care
Aurora, NE16.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Westfield Quality Care of Aurora
Aurora, NE16.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $41,980
Accura Healthcare of Fullerton
Fullerton, NE18.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Midwest Covenant Home
Stromsburg, NE21.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Adept Nursing & Rehab of Grand Island
Grand Island, NE22.5 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $16,801
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital
Central City, NE · Current facility
—4/54/54/5None recorded
Adept Nursing & Rehab of Central City
Central City, NE
528 ft2/52/52/5None recorded
Memorial Community Care
Aurora, NE
16.2 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Westfield Quality Care of Aurora
Aurora, NE
16.4 mi1/51/51/5$41,980
Accura Healthcare of Fullerton
Fullerton, NE
18.1 mi3/53/52/5None recorded
Midwest Covenant Home
Stromsburg, NE
21.6 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Adept Nursing & Rehab of Grand Island
Grand Island, NE
22.5 mi1/51/51/5$16,801

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital?▾
Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Nebraska is $8,365/month for a semi-private room and $9,429/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital had any health inspection violations?▾
Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 11, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital?▾
Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital provides 3.49 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.65 RN hours, 0.69 LPN hours, and 2.15 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 30.0%.
How many beds does Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital have?▾
Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital has 46 certified beds with an average of 30.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 65% occupancy. The facility is Government - County owned and is part of the Good Samaritan Society chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Nebraska, including 1 in Central City. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital?▾
On Google Maps, Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital has a rating of 0.0 out of 5 based on 0 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of Good Samaritan Society

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