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3/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
3/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Sean Barry owns and operates Ambassador Health of Lincoln, a 122-bed nursing home located on Normal Boulevard in Lincoln, Nebraska. The business office processes multiple payment formats to cover resident care, accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. For visitors, the surrounding neighborhood carries a minimal walkability footprint of 18 out of 100, meaning family members will rely on a vehicle to reach the property or manage errands.
A standard length of stay reaches about 129 days, signaling a varied routine that blends long-term care placements with short-term post-hospital rehabilitation. This mixed caseload utilizes about 70 beds, leaving the property at a 57 percent occupancy level. Around-the-clock staffing logs show an average of 4 hours and 43 minutes of total nursing care per resident daily, drawing on a combined team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides who handle specialized wound care, adult pulmonary needs, pediatric specialty lines, and on-site hemodialysis.
State safety files present a long-term look at the facility’s regulatory oversight history. Health department reports indicate that the management updated its building routines to clear previous inspection notes regarding infection control, medication setups, and life safety guidelines, keeping the current record clear of active enforcement penalties. Looking at the property’s broader regulatory data profile, the center maintains a cumulative citations-per-inspection rate of zero.
Prospective residents receive meals tailored to daily nutritional goals in a shared community dining space. The interior layout balances dedicated physical therapy spaces with quiet indoor common rooms and personal care support.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 35th out of 117 homes in Nebraska for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 9m per day | ▲ 60% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 1h 15m per day | ▲ 73% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 3h 11m per day | ▲ 15% State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 47m per day | ▲ 32% State avg: 3h 37m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 3m per day | ▲ 5% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 38m per day | ▲ 30% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Lower than the Nebraska average: 70.3%Ambassador Health of Lincoln is administrated by Administrator Michael Lange.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nebraska state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 79 | 52 | This facility has 52% more total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska nursing home (79 vs. NE avg 52).↑ 52% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2010.
| 4.9 | 3.3 | This facility has 48% more deficiencies per year than a typical Nebraska nursing home (4.9 vs. NE avg 3.3).↑ 48% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Nebraska average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Nov 2024
Nebraska average 18.2
Nebraska average 4.19
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).
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.2
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.5
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
10% more staff per resident than Nebraska average
0% compared with Nebraska average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
16 total: 15 full-time employees and 1 contractor.
16
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
24 total: 18 full-time employees and 6 contractors.
24
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
All 46 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
46
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
1,746 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 46 | 0 | 46 | 11,833 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 34 | 0 | 34 | 11,020 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 6 | 24 | 8,021 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 15 | 1 | 16 | 5,876 | 92 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 16 | 0 | 16 | 4,442 | 92 | 100% | 9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,871 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 905 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 674 | 75 | 82% | 5.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 1 | 3 | 554 | 62 | 67% | 6.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 508 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 487 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 446 | 65 | 71% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 436 | 74 | 80% | 5.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 378 | 67 | 73% | 5.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 283 | 46 | 50% | 6.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 1 | 4 | 198 | 60 | 65% | 3.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 76 | 22 | 24% | 3.5 |
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)
70% lower than Nebraska averageNebraska average: $33K
31% fewer fines than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.5
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
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
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
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.4%
16% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.6%
25% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 22.1%
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%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
42% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.9%
32% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.8%
42% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.9%
47% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.0%
33% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.4%
In line with Nebraska averageNebraska average: 19.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.5%
6% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 93.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.4%
In line with Nebraska averageNebraska average: 96.1%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.63
9% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.80
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.35
82% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.95
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.6%
12% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 80.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.4%
45% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 2.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.2%
20% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 75.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
27.0%
29% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.0%
14% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 11.6%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
43.4%
19% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 53.7%
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.
59% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
36% of new residents, often for short stays.
5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
76Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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.
Historical financial and operational data for Ambassador Health of Lincoln from 2012–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on the 2024 CMS SNF Cost Report.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #9 / 120Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 120 homes in Nebraska. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Nebraska average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (59% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 26 days.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
4.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lincoln's city center to Ambassador Health of Lincoln's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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).
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Lincoln (Witherbee) | 197
Facility
197
NE AVG
82
Rank
#5 / 228 |
86.3%
Facility
86.3%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#77 / 194 | +23% | 5.76
Facility
5.76
NE AVG
4.45
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#6 / 117 | -20% | +29% | $0
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$38.1k
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#92 / 122 | 18
Facility
18
NE AVG
18.2
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#66 / 122 | 4.5
Facility
4.5
NE AVG
4.2
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#75 / 122 | - | 170 | A+ |
59
Facility
59
NE AVG
46
Rank
#85 / 298 | Tabitha, Inc. | $71.9M
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$71.9M
NE AVG
$7.6M
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#1 / 120 | $39.2M
Facility
$39.2M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#1 / 120 | 54.5%
Facility
54.5%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#73 / 120 | 285057 | ||||
| Ambassador Health of Lincoln |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Lincoln | 122
Facility
122
NE AVG
82
Rank
#45 / 228 |
57.4%
Facility
57.4%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#157 / 194 | -18% | 4.72
Facility
4.72
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#35 / 117 | -2% | +6% | $0
Facility
$0
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#89 / 122 | 13
Facility
13
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#43 / 122 | 4.3
Facility
4.3
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#70 / 122 | - | 78 | - |
18
Facility
18
NE AVG
46
Rank
#251 / 298 | Sean Barry | $16.2M
Facility
$16.2M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#13 / 120 | $8.8M
Facility
$8.8M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#9 / 120 | 54.1%
Facility
54.1%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#77 / 120 | 285066 | ||||
| Brookside Rehabilitation Center |
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).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
PC Palliative Care
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Redlands | 97 | 88.7% | +5% | 4.27 | -8% | +1% | $0 | 35 | 3.5 | - | 79 | A+ | 0 | Michelle Mora | $15.3M | $8.0M | 52.1% | 56372 | ||||
| Gateway Vista |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
PC Palliative Care
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Lincoln (Culler) | 80
Facility
80
NE AVG
82
Rank
#84 / 228 |
90.0%
Facility
90.0%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#38 / 194 | +28% | 4.84
Facility
4.84
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#28 / 117 | -20% | +9% | $8.7k
Facility
$8.7k
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#87 / 122 | 10
Facility
10
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#28 / 122 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#34 / 122 | 1 | 72 | - |
71
Facility
71
NE AVG
46
Rank
#43 / 298 | Mikel Ardley | $25.2M
Facility
$25.2M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#4 / 120 | $7.0M
Facility
$7.0M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#14 / 120 | 27.7%
Facility
27.7%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#117 / 120 | 285266 | ||||
| Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster LLC |
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).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NC Nursing Care
PC Palliative Care | Lincoln (Irvingdale) | 293
Facility
293
NE AVG
82
Rank
#1 / 228 | - | - | 3.69
Facility
3.69
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#85 / 117 | +16% | -17% | $79.7k
Facility
$79.7k
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#119 / 122 | 58
Facility
58
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#121 / 122 | 3.1
Facility
3.1
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#31 / 122 | 4 | 40 | A+ |
76
Facility
76
NE AVG
46
Rank
#28 / 298 | Lancaster Opco Holdings LLC | $24.6M
Facility
$24.6M
NE AVG
$7.6M
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#5 / 120 | $11.7M
Facility
$11.7M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#7 / 120 | 47.5%
Facility
47.5%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#95 / 120 | 285275 |
Ambassador Health of Lincoln has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Ambassador Health of Lincoln's occupancy is 57%.
Administrator Michael Lange is the administrator of Ambassador Health of Lincoln.
Ambassador Health of Lincoln has 122 beds.
Yes — there are 7 photos of Ambassador Health of Lincoln in the photo gallery on this page.
Ambassador Health of Lincoln is located at 4405 Normal Blvd.
(402) 488-2355 will put you in contact with the team at Ambassador Health of Lincoln.
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