Who owns Nebraska nursing homes
Ownership shapes staffing and cost decisions. Here is how Nebraska nursing homes compare by ownership type, and which chains operate the most homes.
CMS data as of August 1, 2026. Nursing homes only; assisted living is not covered by Medicare ratings.
By ownership type
| Ownership | Homes | Average Medicare stars | Typical nursing hours | Share fined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non profit | 75 | 3.3 | 4.16 hrs | 15% |
| For profit | 71 | 1.9 | 3.57 hrs | 38% |
| Government | 34 | 3.3 | 4.13 hrs | 12% |
Largest chains in Nebraska
53% of Nebraska nursing homes belong to a chain. Counts are homes we list in Nebraska.
- Vetter sEnior living21 homes · average 4.2 of 5 Medicare stars
- Good sAmaritan sOciety15 homes · average 2.9 of 5 Medicare stars
- Avid healthcare group11 homes · average 1.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- Rural health development8 homes · average 3.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- Emerald healthcare8 homes · average 1.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- The ensIgn group7 homes · average 2.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Accura healthcare6 homes · average 2.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- Lantis enterprisEs3 homes · average 1.3 of 5 Medicare stars
- AmbasSador health3 homes · average 4.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- PresTige care center2 homes · average 1.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Immanuel2 homes · average 4.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Life care centers of america2 homes · average 1.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- FrancisCan sIsTers of chrisTian charity1 home · average 5.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Delmar gardens1 home · average 1.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Promontory healthcare management1 home · average 3.0 of 5 Medicare stars
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information (ownership type, chain affiliation). Averages are simple averages of Medicare overall star ratings; they describe groups, not any single home. A ranking is a starting point for questions, not a verdict. Always check the current Medicare record and visit in person.