Occupancy rate
57%
In line with Nebraska averageMostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Nursing Home
Ambassador Health of Lincoln
Ambassador Health of Lincoln is a skilled nursing facility located in Nebraska City, NE. It offers a wide continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, and rehabilitation services. The facility focuses on providing personalized care to help residents transition safely back home.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
122
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
57.4%
Residents per day (avg)
76
Occupancy rate
57.4%
Residents per day (avg)
76
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
59% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
26 days
Private pay
36% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 months
Medicaid
5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
5 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$16.2M
Profit
$472.4K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$16,227,649.00
Profit
$472,385.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$15.8M
122-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Nebraska averageOccupied beds
70 / 122
Average residents
54 per day
License details
Facility type
Nursing Home
County:
LANCASTER
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
285066
Certification type:
Certification
Ownership & operating entity
Ambassador Health of Lincoln is administrated by Michael Lange, Administrator.
Owner name:
Ambassador Health of Lincoln
Safety & Compliance
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Fax:
(402) 488-2779
Additional Policies & Features
Minimum Age:
62
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Adult Pulmonary, Assisted Living, Extended Care, Hemodialysis (On-Site), Independent Living, Pediatric Specialty Care, Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation, Wound Care
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Ambassador Health provides a variety of skilled healthcare programs and services including dining options.
Inspection History
In Nebraska, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health conducts regular inspections to ensure nursing and assisted living facilities meet state and federal standards.
28 visits/inspections
19 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
2 routine inspections
Results
13 with issues
15 without issues
Show Inspection Reports
Latest inspection
Date:December 14, 2023
Type:Renewal
79 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Nebraska average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Nov 2024
Total health citations
13
Citations per inspection
4.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 13 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.2
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.5
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
13 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Nov 13, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Nov 13, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Nov 13, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Nov 13, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Lincoln
The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.
Brookside Rehabilitation Center
-5%
+1%
+5%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Redlands
97
A+
0
MORA, MICHELLE
89.3%
$15,295,615.00
$6,626,485.00
43.3%
82.40
4.2729
-
35
-
-5%+1%+5%
Ambassador Health of Lincoln
-31%
+6%
-18%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NE 68506
122
-
-
BARRY, SEAN
57.6%
$16,039,426.00
$7,005,164.00
43.7%
76.10
4.7189
1
13
-
-31%+6%-18%
Old Cheney Rehabilitation
-7%
-1%
-3%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NE 68512
47
-
-
AMMON WALKERS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
67.9%
$6,678,038.00
$3,387,738.00
50.7%
26.60
4.4255
-
22
-
-7%-1%-3%
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC
+10%
-29%
-18%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NE 68516
173
A+
-
GOPIN, BRIAN
57.9%
$12,572,682.00
$4,051,912.00
32.2%
94.80
3.1761
6
56
3
+10%-29%-18%
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster LLC
-30%
-17%
-4%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NE 68502
293
A+
-
LANCASTER OPCO HOLDINGS LLC
67.7%
$24,480,822.00
$7,907,658.00
32.3%
171.60
3.6868
4
58
4
-30%-17%-4%
Brookside Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Redlands
Bed Count:
97
Operator:
MORA, MICHELLE
CCN:
56372
Occupancy:
89.3%
Home Revenue:
$15,295,615.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,626,485.00
Payroll %:
43.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
82.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.2729
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
35
RN share vs State Avg:
-5%
-5%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+1%
+1%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%
Ambassador Health of Lincoln
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NE 68506
Bed Count:
122
Operator:
BARRY, SEAN
CCN:
285066
Occupancy:
57.6%
Home Revenue:
$16,039,426.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,005,164.00
Payroll %:
43.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
76.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.7189
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
13
RN share vs State Avg:
-31%
-31%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-18%
-18%
Old Cheney Rehabilitation
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NE 68512
Bed Count:
47
Operator:
AMMON WALKERS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
CCN:
285299
Occupancy:
67.9%
Home Revenue:
$6,678,038.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,387,738.00
Payroll %:
50.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
26.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.4255
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
22
RN share vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-3%
-3%
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NE 68516
Bed Count:
173
Operator:
GOPIN, BRIAN
CCN:
285049
Occupancy:
57.9%
Home Revenue:
$12,572,682.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,051,912.00
Payroll %:
32.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
94.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1761
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
6
Citations:
56
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
+10%
+10%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-29%
-29%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-18%
-18%
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster LLC
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NE 68502
Bed Count:
293
Operator:
LANCASTER OPCO HOLDINGS LLC
CCN:
285275
Occupancy:
67.7%
Home Revenue:
$24,480,822.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,907,658.00
Payroll %:
32.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
171.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.6868
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
4
Citations:
58
Severe Citations:
4
RN share vs State Avg:
-30%
-30%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-17%
-17%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-4%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
163
Total Staff
156
Employees
7
Contractors
48,934
Total Hours (Quarter)
66
Avg Staff/Day
8.1
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 8.9 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 27 | 9.7 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 47 | 7.5 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
117 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
14 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
16 staff
9.1hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1.8%
of total hours from contractors
894 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 4
Medical Director: 2
Mental Health Service Worker: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 47 | 0 | 47 | 12,112 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 29 | 0 | 29 | 10,329 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 4 | 27 | 9,206 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 4,683 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 16 | 0 | 16 | 4,394 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,928 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 923 | 64 | 70% | 8.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 905 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 703 | 73 | 80% | 5.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 533 | 66 | 73% | 6.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 495 | 76 | 84% | 5.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 69 | 76% | 7.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 448 | 67 | 74% | 5.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 384 | 68 | 75% | 5.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 294 | 50 | 55% | 5.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 75 | 20 | 22% | 3.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 13 | 14% | 1 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
76 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
23 residents (30.3%)
Medicaid
50 residents (65.8%)
Private pay or other
3 residents (3.9%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.5
25% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 11.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
19.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
19.8
15% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 23.3
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.4%
16% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.6%
25% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 22.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.3%
6% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 26.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
42% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.9%
32% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.8%
42% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 3.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.9%
47% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.0%
33% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.4%
In line with Nebraska averageNebraska average: 19.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.5%
6% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 93.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.4%
In line with Nebraska averageNebraska average: 96.1%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.63
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.63
9% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.80
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.35
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.35
82% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.95
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.6%
12% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 80.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.4%
45% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 2.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.2%
20% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 75.9%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
27.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
27.0%
29% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.9%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.0%
14% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 11.6%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
43.4%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
43.4%
19% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.0%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.0%
13% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$10K
70% lower than Nebraska averageNebraska average: $33K
Number of fines
1
31% fewer fines than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.5
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.7
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$10K
Nebraska average
$33K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 24, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 24, 2023
$10K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Ambassador Health of Lincoln based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
57.6%
↓ 1.0pp vs 2023
Net Income
$472,385
↑ ~$524K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$8,783,568
↑ ~$673K vs 2023
Profit Margin
3.0%
↑ 3.3pp vs 2023
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