Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
South Haven Living Center
Wahoo, NE · 85 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey July 10, 2025
CMS Certification Number 285231 · first certified March 1998
Ownership
Operated by VETTER SENIOR LIVING · Non profit - Corporation
No change of ownership on CMS record since January 1, 2016, when the records begin.
Position within NE
10 citations — more than 28% of the 180 certified nursing homes in NE. Compared within NE rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 2 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 4. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
Past the typical window (July 2026 to September 2026). Most NE facilities have been surveyed by October 2026. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was July 2025. Facilities in NE are typically surveyed 12–14 months after the last one (median 13), measured over 271 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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Physical environment (health survey)
3 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 10 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in NE, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the NE figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 10 |
| Median facility in NE | 15 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| June 8, 2023 | 5 |
| May 14, 2024 | 3 |
| July 10, 2025 | 2 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0921 | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | 2 | 2025-07-10 |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | 1 | 2024-05-14 |
| K-0712 | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | 1 | 2023-06-08 |
| K-0922 | Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. | 1 | 2023-06-08 |
| K-0374 | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | 1 | 2025-07-10 |
| K-0711 | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | 1 | 2023-06-08 |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | 1 | 2023-06-08 |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | 1 | 2024-05-14 |
What the citations cover
- Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 4
- Egress Deficiencies 2
- Miscellaneous Deficiencies 2
- Smoke Deficiencies 2
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 4 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 2 |
| Miscellaneous Deficiencies | 2 |
| Smoke Deficiencies | 2 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
July 10, 2025 — 2 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0374 | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 15, 2025) |
| K-0921 | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 15, 2025) |
May 14, 2024 — 3 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 21, 2024) |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 21, 2024) |
| K-0921 | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 21, 2024) |
June 8, 2023 — 5 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0300 | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 5, 2023) |
| K-0711 | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 5, 2023) |
| K-0712 | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 5, 2023) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 5, 2023) |
| K-0922 | Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 5, 2023) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.