Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home

Nursing Home · Hebron, NE

CMS overall rating 3/5 Non profit - Church related

CMS certification number285259

Contact & location

220 Park Avenue
Hebron, NE 68370
Thayer County
Phone
(402) 768-3900
ZIP code
68370 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
64
Residents per day
28.3 (44% occupied)
Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Legal name
Blue Valley Lutheran Homes Society, INC
Medicare certified since
July 1, 2004
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.8
Health inspections★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 3.2
Quality measures★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 3.0
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 1/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
—
Registered nurses (RN)
—
Licensed practical nurses
—
Nurse aides
—
Weekend total
—
Nursing staff turnover
40.0 (state 48.7 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
—

Inspections

Last standard inspection
July 10, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
0.0 (state 7.2 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
10 health · 27 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2024-10-08 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-17
2024-06-27 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-09
2024-06-27 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-09
2023-05-25 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.
F0801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-06-30
2023-05-25 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-06-30
2023-05-25 Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-06-30
2023-05-25 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-06-30
2023-05-25 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-06-30
2023-05-25 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-06-30
2023-05-25 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-06-30

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Chos, Doug (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Chos, Doug (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Chos, Doug (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE
Wittler, Lori (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home?

Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home has a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.8-star average in Nebraska.

How many beds does Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home have?

It has 64 certified beds and cares for about 28 residents per day.

Has Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home?

(402) 768-3900. The facility is located at 220 Park Avenue, Hebron, NE 68370.

Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.