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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
4735 South 54th Street · Lincoln, NE 68516 · 173 certified beds
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In Lincoln, Nebraska, Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 173 beds. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Emerald Healthcare. Our copy of the inspection record holds 46 citations, the newest dated 19 May 2026. Federal enforcement records add 5 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.23 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
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Records from June 2023 to May 2026.
May 19, 2026 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-19 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 19, 2026 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-19 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 19, 2026 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-19 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 11, 2026 · D
Citation F0580Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-11 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
April 15, 2026 · E
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-15 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 11, 2026 · C
Citation F0565Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-11 under CMS tag F0565 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 11, 2026 · E
Citation F0923Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-11 under CMS tag F0923 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 11, 2026 · D
Citation F0640Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-11 under CMS tag F0640 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 11, 2026 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-11 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 11, 2026 · C
Citation F0850Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-11 under CMS tag F0850 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 18, 2025 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-18 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 2, 2025 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-02 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 2, 2025 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-02 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 3, 2025 · E
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-03 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 23, 2025 · D
Citation F0921Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 21, 2024 · J
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-21 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0554Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0554 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2024 · F
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $37,998
October 21, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-85958CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $26,000 against this nursing home on 2024-10-21 (Fine ID: 85958). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
October 21, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-11-13CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-11-13, lasting 5 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-10-21). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
January 2, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-85892CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $3,529 against this nursing home on 2024-01-02 (Fine ID: 85892). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
December 11, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-85875CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $8,469 against this nursing home on 2023-12-11 (Fine ID: 85875). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
September 26, 2023 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2023-12-19CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2023-12-19, lasting 44 days (triggered by inspection on 2023-09-26). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.23 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.19 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Emerald Healthcare
Chain ID 630 · 14 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Emerald Healthcare LLC
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
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Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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