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Heritage of Bel Air
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Independent Living & Skilled Nursing · Norfolk, NE
CMS overall rating Info 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.
Heritage of Bel Air

Heritage of Bel Air

Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Independent Living & Skilled Nursing · Norfolk, NE
CMS overall rating Info 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.
1203 North 13Th Street, Norfolk, NE 68701 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Heritage of Bel Air accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.
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Overview of Heritage of Bel Air

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Heritage of Bel Air sits at 1203 North 13th Street in Norfolk, Nebraska. It is a 108-bed nursing home owned by Bryon Hirschman, with Tracy Zamora serving as administrator. Skilled nursing anchors the place, but hospice care and independent living are offered too, which means a family facing shifting needs may not have to move a parent twice.

The neighborhood is very walkable (Walk Score 82). Most errands can be done on foot. That is a small thing until you are the adult child driving in three times a week, and then it is not a small thing at all. Occupancy runs at 83 percent, so there is real demand here without the building being packed.

Three named tracks organize the care: Short-Term Rehab / Sub-Acute Care, Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care, and Alzheimer’s & Dementia. Physical, speech, and occupational therapies happen in-house. Rehabilitation services and respite care are on offer as well, and restorative nursing care supports residents working to keep the function they still have.

Total nursing care comes to 4 hours 48 minutes per resident per day, with nurse aides providing 2 hours 38 minutes of it. Write that number down when you compare places. Hands-on hours drive most of what a resident actually experiences day to day.

Transportation, an in-house beautician, a chapel, and a choice between deluxe private or companion rooms. Recreation fills out the calendar.

State inspections have surfaced routine matters like medication management, fire-safety systems, and dietary and food service rather than direct resident care. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are all accepted, which opens up more than one route to covering a stay. Taken together, Heritage of Bel Air suits older adults around Norfolk who need skilled nursing or a rehab stay with therapy delivered under the same roof.

Facility Direct Line (402) 371-4991
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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▲ 36.9% Above NE avg. ▲ 36.9% Above NE avg.NE average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▲ 5.4% Above NE avg. ▲ 5.4% Above NE avg.NE average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▲ 20.6% Above NE avg. ▲ 20.6% Above NE avg.NE average: 3.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 74.2% Above NE avg. ▲ 74.2% Above NE avg.NE average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info 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.

Hours per resident per day vs Nebraska averages

Rank #28 / 120Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 120 homes in Nebraska for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Nebraska average, with a ranking across 120 Nebraska facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 28th out of 120 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.

4h 48m

8% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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.
39m
−9% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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.
40m
−7% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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.
2h 38m
−5% State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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.
3h 15m
−10% State avg: 3h 37m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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
Avg State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info 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.
25m
−12% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 28m per day

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
205 days
Bed community size
108-bed community Rank #54 / 226Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 226 homes in Nebraska for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Nebraska facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 82 / 100 Rank #12 / 287Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 287 homes in Nebraska for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Nebraska facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #58 / 182Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 182 homes in Nebraska for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 182. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Occupied beds
90 / 108
Average occupied beds in Nebraska homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyMadison
Certification TypeCertification
AccreditationsMedicare Certified

Ownership & Operating Entity

Heritage of Bel Air is administered by Administrator Tracy Zamora.

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Contact Information

Fax(402) 379-0044

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Recreation Area
Transportation
Salon
Chapel
Deluxe Private Or Companion Rooms
Specific ProgramsShort-Term Rehab / Sub-Acute Care, Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care, Alzheimer’s & Dementia

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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.

Since 2011 · 15 years of data 65 deficiencies 19 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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.

Since 2011 vs. Nebraska state average
Overall vs. NE average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (25% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (15% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNE Averagevs. NE Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 6552 This facility has 25% more total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska nursing home (65 vs. NE avg 52).↑ 25% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.44 This facility has 15% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nebraska nursing home (3.4 vs. NE avg 4).↓ 15% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNE Averagevs. NE Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1913 This facility has had 46% more total inspections than the Nebraska average (19 vs. NE avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 46% more
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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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.49
73% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 1.80

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.50
74% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 1.95

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 9.3%
56% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 6.7%
42% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 11.6%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 28.3%
47% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 38.9%
23% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

43% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.

Nonprofit
Nonprofit Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$12.2M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$665.9K
Nonprofit Nonprofit Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$12.2M Rank #15 / 114Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 114 homes in Nebraska. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Nebraska average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$665.9K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$6.0K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #11 / 114Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 114 homes in Nebraska. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Nebraska average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
$7.8M 64.2% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #51 / 114Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 51st out of 114 homes in Nebraska. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Nebraska average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$3.7M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$11.5M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Administrator Tracy Zamora.

This home is owned by Bryon Hirschman

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 285089

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

New residents most often arrive under Medicare (45% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 - 2 months.

Admissions
161 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 45%
Private pay 43%
Medicaid 12%
Discharges
172 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 21%
Private pay 52%
Medicaid 27%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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Frequently Asked Questions about Heritage of Bel Air

Is Heritage of Bel Air in a walkable area?

Heritage of Bel Air has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Heritage of Bel Air?

Heritage of Bel Air's occupancy is 83%.

Are pets allowed at Heritage of Bel Air?

No, Heritage of Bel Air has a no-pet policy.

Does Heritage of Bel Air operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Heritage of Bel Air is registered as a non-profit in NE.

Who is the administrator of Heritage of Bel Air?

Administrator Tracy Zamora is the administrator of Heritage of Bel Air.

How many beds does Heritage of Bel Air have?

Heritage of Bel Air has 108 beds.

Has Heritage of Bel Air had any deficiencies?

Heritage of Bel Air has had 65 reported deficiencies since 2011 according to records from Nebraska Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

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