Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home
407 Dakota Street · Benkelman, NE 69021 · 56 certified beds
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Public record
CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
Inspection history (21)
April 30, 2026 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-30 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-30.GOVApril 3, 2025 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-03 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-03.GOVJanuary 15, 2025 · E
Citation F0947Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-15 under CMS tag F0947 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-15.GOVJanuary 15, 2025 · E
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-15 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-15.GOVJanuary 15, 2025 · C
Citation F0729Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-15 under CMS tag F0729 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-15.GOVJanuary 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-15 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 2025-02-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-15.GOVJanuary 15, 2025 · E
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-15 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-15.GOVJanuary 15, 2025 · E
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-15 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-15 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-15.GOVJanuary 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0604Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-15 under CMS tag F0604 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-15.GOVNovember 30, 2023 · E
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-30 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) 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 2024-01-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-30.GOVNovember 30, 2023 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-30 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-30.GOVNovember 30, 2023 · F
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-30 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2024-01-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-30.GOVNovember 17, 2022 · D
Citation F0655Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-17 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-12-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-17.GOVNovember 17, 2022 · F
Citation F0886Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-17 under CMS tag F0886 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-12-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-17.GOVNovember 17, 2022 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-17 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-12-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-17.GOVNovember 17, 2022 · E
Citation F0756Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-17 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-12-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-17.GOVNovember 17, 2022 · D
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-17 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-12-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-17.GOVNovember 17, 2022 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-17 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2022-12-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-17.GOVNovember 17, 2022 · D
Citation F0625Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-17 under CMS tag F0625 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-12-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-17.GOV
Penalties
Total fines on file: $0
Staffing
Latest: 4.23 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
- 2025Q44.23 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-014.23 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Parent organization: Tim Ziegler
parent · PAC 0547772774
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Typical cost
Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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