Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages

Nursing Home in Bellevue

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.
Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages

Nursing Home in Bellevue

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.

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.

(402) 885-7000

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.
2/5 ▼ 0.8 Nebraska average: 2.8/5
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.
2/5 ▼ 0.8 Nebraska average: 2.8/5
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.
4/5 ▲ 0.9 Nebraska average: 3.1/5
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.
3/5 ▲ 0.3 Nebraska average: 2.7/5

Staffing hours breakdown

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 — compared to Nebraska state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 12th out of 129 homes in Nebraska.

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.
5h 35m per day
This facility Nebraska avg (4h 20m per day)
vs Nebraska avg
+29%

0 of 5 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +267% above state avg
Staff typeHours / dayvs 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. 44m per day ■ Avg State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m 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. 3h 43m per day ▲ 34% State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) 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. 4h 43m per day ▲ 30% 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. 11m per day ▲ 267% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) 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. 45m per day ▲ 55% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 186
Avg. Length of Stay
22 days

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.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

63% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

35% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$18.1M
Profit
$222.3K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$18.1M
Profit
$222.3K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.3M
34.7% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.6M
Total costs $17.9M
Bed community size
186-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
38 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 6 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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Services

Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
25%
In line with Nebraska average
Occupied beds
46 / 186
Average residents 54 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
CountySarpy
CMS Certification Number285293

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages is legally operated by SNF/NF Distinct, and administrated by Shyann Walker.

Type Of Units

Medicaid
26 units
Medicaid and Medicare
22 units
Total beds
186 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactJim Janicki, Chief Administrative Officer

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Contact Information

Fax(402) 885-7001

Amenities & Lifestyle

10 amenities
Full Kitchen
Modern Appliances
In-Unit Washer And Dryer
Cox Cable Television
Landline Telephone Service
Wifi Internet Access
Interior And Exterior Maintenance
Reserved Outdoor Parking
Access To Grand Lodge Amenities
Wellness Membership For Fitness Center And Pool
Specific ProgramsRespite Care, Adult Day Services, In-Home Care

Pricing & Financial Information

Types of Care at Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages

Nursing Home

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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.

27 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date March 12, 2024
Renewal

78 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Nebraska average: 52 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages

The most recent inspection on March 12, 2024, found no deficiencies and confirmed the facility meets statutory requirements for licensure renewal as a skilled nursing facility. Earlier inspections showed a mixed pattern, with some deficiencies primarily related to administrative notifications, care planning, fall interventions, skin care, and medication management. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, though some substantiated issues involved delayed reporting and incomplete follow-up care after falls or skin breakdown. Enforcement actions included a 90-day probation in 2016 related to pressure sore and weight loss management, with the probation later modified to remove pressure sore requirements; fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows improvement over time, with recent reports indicating compliance and resolution of earlier cited issues.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

Nebraska average 4.3


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations 22

Nebraska average 18.2

Citations per inspection
4.4

Nebraska average 4.19


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

5 of 22 citations resulted from standard inspections; 7 of 22 resulted from complaint investigations; and 10 of 22 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.2


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Nebraska average: 0.2

0 serious citations More info Nebraska average: 0.5

22 moderate citations More info Nebraska average: 17.2

0 minor citations More info Nebraska average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Apr 14, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Apr 14, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Apr 14, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Apr 14, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Bellevue 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 Apr 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).

Papillion40 76.1% +8%4.42 -15%-1%082.7028- 27 Bowles, Elizabeth$2.9M$1.5M51.4%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 68.9% -2%5.59 -46%+25%1224.4044A+ 6 Hight, Kaleb$18.0M$6.3M35%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% -39%4.05 -27%-9%4546.0553- 47 Omaha Operations Llc$7.8M$4.0M50.6%285097

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nebraska resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $4,000 individual, higher than most states
NE

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Nebraska Respite Network

NE Respite Network

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Nebraska resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NE

Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus)
General Nebraska resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL (e.g., bathing, dressing).
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $688,000, car).
NE

Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Limited homemaker services Respite (~200 hours/year)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

Age 55+
General Nebraska resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
NE

Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nebraska resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NE

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Nebraska SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
NE

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Nebraska resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NE

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Address 5.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Papillion's city center to Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.13 miles to nearest hospital (Hy-Vee Pharmacy)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 289
Employees 113
Contractors 176
Staff to resident ratio 6.15:1
186% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average ratio: 2.15:1

Avg staff/day 45
Average shift 6.2 hours
21% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 7.8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 25,234
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 5.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 31
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 4.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 175
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

34.2%

8,634 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 97 Medication Aide/Technician: 27 Licensed Practical Nurse: 22 Physical Therapy Assistant: 10 Registered Nurse: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant789717513,91791100%6.9
Registered Nurse105152,50991100%5.9
Licensed Practical Nurse922312,23491100%4.7
Medication Aide/Technician627331,44991100%6.3
Physical Therapy Assistant010109057785%6.6
RN Director of Nursing4048626571%6
Respiratory Therapy Technician0337746673%6.5
Dental Services Staff2025866470%4.9
Speech Language Pathologist0554976571%7.1
Physical Therapy Aide0114286167%7
Qualified Social Worker0333786875%5.5
Administrator2023126470%2.6
Occupational Therapy Aide0111956369%3.1
Nurse Practitioner2021455662%2.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant0114067%6.7
Medical Director011344%0.8
175 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
31 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
33 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
10 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 85%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 71%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 73%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 70%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 71%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 67%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 75%
2 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 69%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 62%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 7%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 4%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 47
Medicare
20
42.6% of residents
Medicaid
15
31.9% of residents
Private pay or other
12
25.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 11.0
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 11.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 24.3
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 23.3

Long-stay resident measures
Average Nebraska avg: 3.2 Info 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 Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.2%
27% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 25.5%
15% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 22.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 32.3%
20% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 26.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.9%
32% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.0%
54% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.3%
15% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.8%
15% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 19.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.1%
8% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 93.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.6%
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 96.1%

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Nebraska avg: 3.0 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 76.3%
5% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 80.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.4%
83% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 2.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 76.7%
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 75.9%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 20.8%
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.5%
27% 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. 1.6%
104% worse 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. 69.3%
29% better 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. 66.5%
32% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 50.6%

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 $13K
60% lower than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: $33K

Number of fines 1
31% fewer fines than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 1.5

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.7

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $13K
Nebraska average $33K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 21, 2023
$13K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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