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Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

2855 40TH AVENUE, COLUMBUS, NE, 68601

(402) 564-8014

emeraldcolumbus.com

145 licensed beds

★★★★★1/5CMS Five-Star overall3/5 health inspections1/5 staffing1/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare

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2855 40th Avenue

Columbus, NE 68601

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Bed capacity

145

CMS facility ID

285092

Care type

Nursing home

County

Platte

Facility name

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

Street address

2855 40TH AVENUE

City / state / ZIP

Columbus, NE 68601

Phone

(402) 564-8014

Website

emeraldcolumbus.com

About this facility — Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Columbus, Nebraska. It is licensed for 145 beds — well above the median for skilled nursing facilities in Nebraska (64 beds).

It is one of 7 senior care facilities in Columbus and 180 skilled nursing facilities across Nebraska. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

Federal inspectors have cited Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus 62 times across 14 inspections in the last three years, including 3 food-safety citations; no federal fines are on record. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.

This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on August 31, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

Facility background

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Parent company

Emerald Healthcare

Ownership type

For profit - Corporation

Registered owners & officers

Bank of Oklahoma

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022

Chafetz, Yisroel

Indirect owner · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2023

Emerald Healthcare Llc

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019

Evolve Therapy Services Llc

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019

Fleischmann, David

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024

Goff, Kiley

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024

Gopin, Brian

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2023

Gronenthal, Megan

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2023

Jw Nebraska Operations, Llc

Direct owner — since 2023

Limestone Fiscal Services Llc

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024

Merch Pay Inc

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019

Molt, Melinda

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019

Nexus Service Group Llc

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019

Reisman, Adina

Indirect owner — since 2023

Roan, Chelsey

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019

Sattar, Arif

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019

Saul N Friedman & Company

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019

Segal, Caryn

Indirect owner — since 2023

Walden, Jacob

Indirect owner · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019

Wichman, Jeri Jo

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022

Zimmet Healthcare Services Group Llc

Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019

Regulatory standing

Federal court records

5 naming its parent company — view the cases (a listed case is not a finding of wrongdoing)

Licensed / certified since

1989-12-01

CMS overall rating

1 of 5 stars

Health deficiencies

6 at the last standard inspection

Federal fines

None on record

Last standard inspection

2025-08-21

Nurse staffing

3.6 hours per resident per day

Cost & payer profile (FY2023 cost report)

Average billed charges

$392 per day (≈ $11,920/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.

Payer mix (resident days)

59% Medicaid · 13% Medicare · 29% private/other

Occupancy

42% (fiscal year 2023)

Vs. state median

16% above the NE median of $338/day — full state cost breakdown

Services & coverage

Licensed beds

145

Medicare

Accepted

Medicaid

Accepted

Wheelchair accessible

entrance and parking

Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; owners/officers from the CMS Ownership dataset; cost & occupancy from the facility's own CMS cost report; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-08-31. Facilities can submit a correction.

Inspection record

Every citation, dated and graded.

Kitchen & food safety

Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 3 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.

2026-05-28Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation

F-0921

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Corrected 2026-07-12

2026-04-29Health inspectionComplaint-triggered3 citations

F-0684

E · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2026-06-12

F-0732

C · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected 2026-06-12

F-0880

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2026-06-12

10 earlier / fire-safety inspections (58 citations)

2025-08-21Health inspection2 citations

F-0584

E · No harm found

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Corrected 2025-10-15

F-0880

D · No harm found

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-10-15

2024-08-14Health inspectionComplaint-triggered2 citations

F-0686

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2024-09-17

F-0880

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-09-17

2024-07-18Health inspectionComplaint-triggered8 citations

F-0584

E · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Corrected 2024-08-30

F-0689

D · No harm found

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2024-08-30

F-0757

D · No harm found

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2024-08-30

F-0759

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2024-08-30

F-0801

E · No harm foundFood safety

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Corrected 2024-08-30

F-0804

D · No harm foundFood safety

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2024-08-30

F-0812

E · No harm foundFood safetyFrom a complaint

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2024-08-30

F-0880

F · No harm found

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-08-30

2024-05-01Health inspectionComplaint-triggered2 citations

F-0677

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2024-06-21

F-0725

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Corrected 2024-06-21

2023-10-04Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation

F-0689

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-11-10

2023-08-17Health inspectionComplaint-triggered3 citations

F-0600

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2023-09-08

F-0609

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2023-09-08

F-0677

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2023-09-08

2025-08-21Fire-safety inspection24 citations

E-0041

F · No harm found

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0133

F · No harm found

Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.

Corrected 2025-12-09

K-0271

E · No harm found

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0281

F · No harm found

Install proper backup exit lighting.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0300

F · No harm found

Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

Corrected 2025-12-09

K-0321

F · No harm found

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2025-12-12

K-0324

F · No harm found

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2025-12-12

K-0345

F · No harm found

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2025-12-12

K-0353

F · No harm found

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-12-12

K-0355

F · No harm found

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0363

F · No harm found

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0374

F · No harm found

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2025-12-12

K-0500

F · No harm found

Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0511

F · No harm found

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0711

F · No harm found

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0712

F · No harm found

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0761

F · No harm found

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0781

E · No harm found

Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

Corrected 2025-12-12

K-0914

F · No harm found

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0918

F · No harm found

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0920

F · No harm found

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-12-12

K-0921

F · No harm found

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2025-10-03

K-0922

F · No harm found

Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-12-12

K-0923

E · No harm found

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2025-10-03

2024-10-28Fire-safety inspectionComplaint-triggered3 citations

K-0293

F · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2024-12-11

K-0753

F · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

Corrected 2024-12-11

K-0920

E · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2024-12-11

2024-07-18Fire-safety inspection8 citations

E-0020

F · No harm found

Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.

Corrected 2024-08-30

E-0035

F · No harm found

Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

Corrected 2024-08-30

E-0039

F · No harm found

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2024-08-30

K-0223

F · No harm found

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Corrected 2024-08-30

K-0321

D · No harm found

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2024-08-30

K-0331

D · No harm found

Construct fire resistant interior walls.

Corrected 2024-08-30

K-0712

F · No harm found

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2024-08-30

K-0914

D · No harm found

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2024-08-30

2023-08-17Fire-safety inspection5 citations

K-0291

E · No harm found

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2023-09-20

K-0321

D · No harm found

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2023-09-20

K-0345

F · No harm found

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2023-09-20

K-0353

F · No harm found

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-09-20

K-0914

D · No harm found

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2023-09-20

Federal penalties

2025-08-21Medicare payment denial — 21 days

Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 285092.

Visitor reviews

What people say on Google.

3.955 ratings on Google

★★★★★Patty Sanchez · 2026-04-10 · via Google
“My mom absolutely loves the therapy ladies. And always has nice things to say about the nurses.. happy cheerful environment for my loved one”

★★★★★Jodi Marsaw · 2026-04-09 · via Google
“The entire staff at Emerald are excellent excellent care excellent service they're all very friendly made me feel like I was at home very attentive I can't say enough about the entire staff including the PT and OT girls were great everyone here at Emerald are great you did a terrific job if there were 10 Stars I would be giving 10 Stars I will highly recommend Emerald to any of my friends or famil…”

★★★★★Trey Cain · 2026-04-13 · via Google
“This facility consistently exceeds expectations. The staff is dedicated and frequently goes above and beyond to ensure everyone here is well-supported and cared for.”

Ratings and reviews are from Google and reflect visitor opinions, not our verification. See all reviews on Google

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CMS Nursing Home Compare

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Last verified 2026-08-31

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