Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Wauneta Care and Therapy Center
427 Legion Street · Wauneta, NE 69045 · 36 certified beds
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About Wauneta Care and Therapy Center
Wauneta Care and Therapy Center is a nursing home in Wauneta, Nebraska. Its reported capacity is 36 beds. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. It is recorded as a nonprofit operator, part of Rural Health Development INC. Our copy of the inspection record holds 14 citations, the newest dated 13 May 2025. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.11 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.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
Inspection history (14)
Records from March 2023 to May 2025.
May 13, 2025 · D
Citation F0710Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-13 under CMS tag F0710 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-13.GOVMay 13, 2025 · D
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-13 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2025-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-13.GOVMay 13, 2025 · D
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-13 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-13.GOVMay 13, 2025 · F
Citation F0947Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-13 under CMS tag F0947 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2025-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-13.GOVMay 13, 2025 · E
Citation F0712Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-13 under CMS tag F0712 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-13.GOVMay 16, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-16 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 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-16.GOVMay 16, 2024 · D
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-16 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-16.GOVMay 16, 2024 · F
Citation F0947Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-16 under CMS tag F0947 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-16.GOVMay 16, 2024 · F
Citation F0851Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-16 under CMS tag F0851 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-16.GOVMay 16, 2024 · G
Citation F0697Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-16 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-16.GOVMay 16, 2024 · D
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-16 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-16.GOVMay 16, 2024 · E
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-16 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 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-16.GOVAugust 15, 2023 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-15 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 2023-09-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-15.GOVMarch 16, 2023 · F
Citation F0801Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-16 under CMS tag F0801 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-03-16.GOV
Penalties (1)
Total fines on file: $0
May 16, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-06-12CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-06-12, lasting 15 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-05-16). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-16.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.11 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.30 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.30 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.11 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.11 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.11 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.19 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
Non profit
Parent organization: Rural Health Development INC.
parent · PAC 7517878614
Recent changes to this listing
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Government - City".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Government - City".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
- Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Ownership type, Parent organization
- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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