About Hillcrest Care Center
Hillcrest Care Center, located in LAUREL, NE, is a government owned organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Hillcrest Care Center
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
- Nursing Hours 2.03 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
Hillcrest Care Center provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 2 |
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| Health Inspection | 3 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 1 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 28 | May 02, 2024 |
| Weighted Average | 26 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Sep 01, 2025. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | N/A |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | N/A |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | N/A |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | N/A |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 22.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 8.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 1.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 3.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 95.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM419) | 31.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 95.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 11.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 30.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 19.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 1.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 30.7% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 3 complaints
- 2024: 3 complaints
- 2025: 1 complaint
- Total: 7 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2025 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Jun 03, 2024 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. |
| Jun 03, 2024 | 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. |
| Jun 03, 2024 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. |
| Apr 20, 2023 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. |
| Apr 20, 2023 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Apr 20, 2023 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
Nearby Hospitals
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PENDER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
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SANFORD VERMILLION MEDICAL CENTER
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Owner & Operator Information
Management & Direction
- MARILYN ABTS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CITY OF LAUREL OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- KAREN GRANQUIST THOMPSON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CRAIG GUTZ CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- HILLCREST CARE CENTER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MARSHA MEIER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MARSHA MEIER W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- SCOTT RUTH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MEGAN WIECK W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Accura Healthcare of Hartington | N/A | 5 |
| Heritage of Emerson | N/A | 5 |
| Wakefield Health Care Center | N/A | 4 |
| Park View Haven Nursing Home | N/A | 2 |
| Accura Healthcare of Pierce | N/A | 3 |
| Wayne Countryview Care and Rehabilitation | N/A | 2 |
| Sanford Care Center Vermillion | N/A | 2 |
| Colonial Manor of Randolph | N/A | 1 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Hillcrest Care Center directly at 4022563961. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.