Nursing homes in Elkhorn, NE
Compare 2 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Elkhorn, part of the Douglas area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 3★ — below the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Elkhorn, Nebraska, located in Douglas County, currently hosts two certified nursing homes available to residents in the 68022 ZIP code. According to recent data from CMS Care Compare, these facilities maintain an average overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Among the local options, Brookestone Meadows Rehabilitation and Care Center stands out as the highest-rated facility, having achieved a perfect 5-star rating for its commitment to quality care standards.
Rating distribution
avg 3★ · 2 homesProvider mix in Elkhorn
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
- LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA1 home
- VETTER SENIOR LIVING1 home
What to look for in Elkhorn
- 1 home scores below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
- 2 of 2 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 1 of 2 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Elkhorn
| Brookestone Meadows Rehabilitation and Care Center VETTER SENIOR LIVING · Large · Not for Profit | 5.0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| Life Care Center of Elkhorn LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA · Large · For Profit | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
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