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Heritage Estates

2325 Lodge Drive, Gering, NE 69341

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Heritage Estates is a nursing home in Gering, Nebraska. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(308) 436-5007
Last standard health inspection
June 25, 2026 (4 months ago)
Certified beds
102
Residents per day, on average
99.4
Ownership type
Non profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Vsl Gering LLC
Chain
Vetter Senior Living
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

Fewer health citations than the Nebraska average (14 vs 19).

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  2. CMS update of October 8, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  3. 1 citation

    Health inspection on August 4, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    18 of 180 Nebraska homes (10%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.

    • Citation F0684. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 24, 2026.

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  4. Fine

    August 4, 2026 (3 months ago)

    CMS fine of $14,070 on August 4, 2026.

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  5. 6 citations

    Health inspection on June 25, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0803. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2026.

    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2026.

    • Citation F0553. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2026.

    • Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2026.

    • Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2026.

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  6. 1 citation

    Fire safety inspection on June 25, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0920. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 17, 2026.

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  7. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  8. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  9. CMS update of June 25, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  10. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  11. 4 citations

    Health inspection on April 16, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 30, 2025.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 30, 2025.

    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 30, 2025.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 30, 2025.

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  12. 1 citation

    Fire safety inspection on April 16, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 30, 2025.

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  13. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  14. 1 citation

    Health inspection on January 23, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 4, 2025.

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  15. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

  16. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

  17. CMS update of April 25, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  18. 2 citations

    Health inspection on April 18, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 3, 2024.

    • Citation F0791. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 3, 2024.

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  19. 1 citation

    Fire safety inspection on April 18, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2024.

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Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was Heritage Estates last inspected?

CMS lists June 25, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Heritage Estates have?

CMS lists 14 health citations since April 18, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Heritage Estates been fined?

CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $14,070 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Heritage Estates?

Its CMS overall star rating is 3 of 5.

Is Heritage Estates a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.