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Sumner Place

1750 South 20th Street, Lincoln, NE 68502 · Lancaster County

Sumner Place provides comprehensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the residents of Lincoln, NE

5.0CMS overall rating(402) 475-6791Visit website ↗
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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 78% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Lincoln's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Sumner Place is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Lincoln, NE, with 104 certified beds and an average of about 82 residents per day. It operates as part of the Vetter Senior Living network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.14 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.60 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.14 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Lincoln for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
104
Avg. residents/day
82
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Vetter Senior Living
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
285002

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$8,090–$11,220/mo (median $9,360)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lincoln prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
4.14
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.60
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
28.6%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
3
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-05-13
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-05-13Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2025-05-13Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2025-05-13Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2023-07-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

2023-07-25Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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…

2023-07-25Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Respite / short-term stays

Location

1750 South 20th Street, Lincoln, NE

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Sumner Place

How much does Sumner Place cost?

Sumner Place does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lincoln, NE area typically runs $8,090–$11,220 per month (median $9,360, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Sumner Place's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Sumner Place 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Sumner Place?

Staff provide about 4.14 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Sumner Place?

Sumner Place has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Sumner Place have availability?

Typically 78% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Sumner Place offer?

Sumner Place in Lincoln, NE offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 104 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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