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Saunders Medical Center

1760 County Rd J

3.8(47 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
60
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Government, County
Certified beds
60

What Families Think

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Saunders Medical Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Wahoo, Nebraska, holding a 3.9 out of 5 rating from 44 Google reviews. No detailed review text or amenity information was provided, so specifics about daily care, staff, or environment aren't available here.

What reviewers praise

  • Google rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars

What reviewers flag

  • No published pricing information available
  • No detailed reviews provided to assess care quality

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Saunders Medical Center is a senior living community in Wahoo, Nebraska offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 47 reviews.

About Saunders Medical Center

Saunders Medical Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Wahoo, Nebraska, licensed for up to 60 residents. The facility is government-operated by the county and holds Medicare and Medicaid certification for all licensed beds.

The community is equipped with 24-hour staff including on-site registered nurses, medication management, and an emergency call system. Residents have access to private rooms with private bathrooms, wheelchair accessibility throughout, and a restaurant-style dining room with dietary accommodations. Housekeeping and laundry services are provided, and cable or satellite television is available in rooms.

Social activities and gathering spaces support an active community life. The facility earned a 5-star overall rating from CMS, the federal quality measure for nursing homes.

Types of Care at Saunders Medical Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Saunders Medical Center

3.8overall · 47 ratings combined

3.8★ on Google (47)

Baseball Rocks

Jan 2026

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Billing department is horrible all they think is about the money and not the patient. I have never wrote about the billing but horrible, horrible customer service. Shelly has horrible customer she needs some more training on serving excellent customer service. Billing department is a disaster.

Jordyn Ware

Sep 2025

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Dr.Nate and his nurses have taken care of me and my babies for over 6 years now and they have never let me down. They are so caring and compassionate. It’s so amazing knowing my kids are in good hands and are so known and loved there. Thank you guys for always being the best!!

Autumn Waldman

Jul 2025

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Saunders Medical Center is a top-notch rural healthcare facility that truly stands out. From family care and emergency services to hospital stays, long-term care, therapy, lab and imaging services, the staff and providers deliver exceptional, personalized care. They know their patients by name and treat everyone like family—an invaluable asset to the community.

Macy Rowley

Jan 2025

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Excellent care, compassionate, knowledgeable and truly listen to their patients! I would give them more stars if I could. They have helped me tremendously, they are getting me on the right track for my health! Highly recommend, especially If you have to travel, it’s worth the drive!

Tiffani-Nicole Sterup

Jun 2021

via Google ↗ · Report

Great staff from doctors to the registration department. They do a great job of trying to help you out with whatever they can.

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Government Inspection History

3 inspection visits in the last three years, 11 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 15, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
  • Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 30, 2026

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 30, 2026

Oct 21, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 21, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 21, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 18, 2024

Nov 2, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
  • Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 8, 2023

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 8, 2023

  • Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 8, 2023

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 8, 2023

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 8, 2023

  • Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 8, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Saunders Medical Center offer?

Saunders Medical Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Saunders Medical Center located?

Saunders Medical Center is located at 1760 County Rd J in Wahoo, Nebraska.

What do families say about Saunders Medical Center?

Saunders Medical Center carries a 3.8 out of 5 rating from 47 Google reviews. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

How did Saunders Medical Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Saunders Medical Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 11 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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