RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Columbus, NE (2026)

Compare all 2 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Columbus, NE, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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2Nursing Homes in Columbus
3.0/5
+0.2 vs state avgState avg: 2.80Columbus Avg Rating
N/AState avg: $39KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeColumbus, NE

Brookestone Acres

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
80 BedsStandard health inspection Sep 2025

Above Nebraska avg of 2.8

4715 38th StreetColumbus, NE 68601

(402) 942-9260

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21 Penalty

Nursing HomeColumbus, NE

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
145 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below Nebraska avg of 2.8

2855 40th AvenueColumbus, NE 68601

(402) 564-8014

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Care landscape in Columbus

How Columbus compares with the rest of Nebraska on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+17.8%

    About 13% lower than the state average of 20.5%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover43.6%

    About 10% lower than the state average of 48.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability12.5%

    A little higher than the state average of 12.2%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Columbus, NE?

This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Columbus, NE and shows the top 2.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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