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Best Nursing Homes in Bellevue, NE

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Dec 2025

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Nebraska Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.

3 facilities compared · CMS & NE Dept. of Health data · Updated May 2026

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Papillion Manor
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Papillion
40
76.1%
Facility 76.1%
NE AVG 70.3%
Rank #60 / 122
+8%
4.42
Facility 4.42
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #50 / 117
-15%-1%
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 0.6
8
Facility 8
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #17 / 122
2.7
Facility 2.7
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #20 / 122
-
Facility -
NE AVG 0.7
28-
27
Facility 27
NE AVG 40
Rank #27 / 39
Elizabeth Bowles
$3.0M
Facility $3.0M
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #110 / 120
$1.5M
Facility $1.5M
NE AVG $3.5M
Rank #107 / 120
49.6%
Facility 49.6%
NE AVG 49.4%
Rank #51 / 120
285245
Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Papillion (Papillion Second Ii Precinct)
186
24.7%
Facility 24.7%
NE AVG 70.3%
Rank #118 / 122
-65%
5.59
Facility 5.59
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #11 / 117
-46%+25%
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 0.6
22
Facility 22
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #81 / 122
4.4
Facility 4.4
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #70 / 122
-
Facility -
NE AVG 0.7
44A+
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 40
Rank #38 / 39
Kaleb Hight
$18.1M
Facility $18.1M
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #11 / 120
$6.3M
Facility $6.3M
NE AVG $3.5M
Rank #10 / 120
34.7%
Facility 34.7%
NE AVG 49.4%
Rank #103 / 120
285293
Emerald Nursing & Rehab
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Omaha (South Central Omaha)
155
42.6%
Facility 42.6%
NE AVG 70.3%
Rank #110 / 122
-39%
4.05
Facility 4.05
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #70 / 117
-27%-9%
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 0.6
54
Facility 54
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #116 / 122
6.0
Facility 6.0
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #103 / 122
5
Facility 5
NE AVG 0.7
66-
47
Facility 47
NE AVG 40
Rank #11 / 39
Omaha Operations LLC
$7.9M
Facility $7.9M
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #42 / 120
$4.0M
Facility $4.0M
NE AVG $3.5M
Rank #34 / 120
50%
Facility 50%
NE AVG 49.4%
Rank #56 / 120
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Overview of Papillion Manor

Papillion Manor renders short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing services in the heart of the Overland Hills neighborhood in Pavilion, Nebraska. This haven of comfort is conveniently located just minutes away from South Omaha, Love Vista, and Bellevue, ensuring accessibility and ease for its residents. The home’s unwavering dedication to its residents shines through in the numerous awards earned over its 45 years of service, maintaining excellence since 1996. The highly committed and impeccably trained team members create a nurturing environment where every individual is treated like the most important person.
This exceptional facility boasts a range of amenities, from deluxe private rooms to special private rooms and companion rooms, providing diverse living options to cater to residents’ preferences. In addition, they offer transportation services, a beauty and barbershop, and memory support services, ensuring all needs are met with utmost care. Papillion Manor goes beyond exceptional care, placing emphasis on emotional and spiritual support through thoughtfully planned nursing home activities, events, and engaging services. Regularly scheduled physician visits add an extra layer of attention to residents’ well-being, reflecting the facility’s dedication to maintaining the highest nursing home ratings.

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Overview of Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages

Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages is a charming community located in Papillion, Nebraska. It proudly stands as the first and only freestanding nursing households in Omaha, offering 24-hour skilled nursing care services. Setting itself apart from traditional nursing homes, this exceptional establishment ensures its elders can relish a customized schedule, adding a touch of familiarity to their lives. The home has beautifully designed houses that exude an inviting atmosphere, shunning any institutional feel.
A registered dietitian is on hand to cater to residents’ nutritional needs, and meals are served family-style, fostering a warm dining experience that meets nursing home quality measures. Beyond that, an array of amenities awaits, from a well-stocked library and a convenient laundry room to a whirlpool bath suite and a hair salon. Residents can bask in the comfort of large living spaces, take leisurely strolls along walking paths, and unwind on comfortable patios, all thoughtfully designed to enhance their quality of life and ensure exceptional nursing home care.

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Overview of Emerald Nursing & Rehab

Emerald Nursing & Rehab in Omaha, Nebraska, offers exceptional clinical care in a warm environment. This facility is the epitome of compassionate care, helping patients achieve their highest level of independence with dedicated support. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Omaha, this nursing and rehab center has garnered rave nursing home reviews for its responsive and caring staff, ensuring residents receive the utmost attention and nurturing care.
It takes immense pride in serving both skilled and long-term care needs, making it a versatile and large-scale facility that meets the highest nursing home requirements. With a focus on rehabilitation and skilled nursing in a post-acute setting, residents find themselves in the hands of experts committed to their well-being and progress. Whether it’s recovering from an injury or requiring extended care, this exceptional center offers a nurturing haven where individuals can thrive and regain their strength, fully meeting all nursing home requirements.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

CMS data 5 weighted categories Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

Includes Overall Rating Health Inspection QM Rating Long-Stay QM Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Includes Nurse Hrs/Res/Day RN vs State Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes Citations Citations/Inspection Severe Citations Fines Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

Includes Occupancy vs State Avg Length of Stay Revenue Payroll % Years in Operation Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

Includes Walk Score BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Bellevue, NE

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Nebraska?

Assisted living in Nebraska is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Nebraska Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Nebraska Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 3 nursing homes in Bellevue, NE. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Bellevue, NE?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Bellevue, NE, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Bellevue, NE?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.