Heritage Estates
2325 Lodge Drive, Gering, NE 69341 · (308) 436-5007
Non profit - Corporation · 102 certified beds
Heritage Estates has a 4-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in June 2026, found 6 citations (the Nebraska average is 7.4). It hasn't been fined in the last three years.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on June 25, 2026 found 6 citations. What an inspection citation means
- 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.June 25, 2026 · F0803 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.June 25, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.June 25, 2026 · F0552 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.June 25, 2026 · F0553 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.June 25, 2026 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.June 25, 2026 · F0657 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 1 citation.
- Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.January 23, 2025 · F0692 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Nebraska average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 4.44 | 3.98 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.89 | 0.67 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.53 | 0.67 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 3.02 | 2.64 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 51.5% | 48.7% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 102 |
| Average residents per day | 96.4 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Mitchell Care Center Mitchell · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Monument Healthcare and Nursing Center Scottsbluff · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Northfield Retirement Communities Care Center Scottsbluff · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
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Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Heritage Estates on Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.