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CHI Health St. Elizabeth

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CHI Health St. Elizabeth, founded in 1889 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration, is a 260-bed nonprofit regional medical center in Lincoln, Nebraska. The hospital has received awards for patient safety, critical care, and emergency services. It is known for its burn and wound care center, cardiovascular services, and orthopedic care.

NPI Number : 1003362997

555 S 70th St, Lincoln, NE 68510

(402) 219-8000

www.chihealth.com

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Departments

Outpatient Hospital Lab

Burn Outpatient Clinic

Ostomy Outpatient Clinic

Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab

Wound Care

Lung Health

Vascular Clinic

Radiology

Infusion

Endoscopy

ENT

Sleep Disorders Center

Appointment Information

Department	Online Scheduling	Phone Scheduling	Walk-In	Same-Day
Direct Primary Care	Yes	(402) 219-8000	No	Yes
Emergency	No	911	Yes	Yes
Hospital Procedures	No	(402) 717-2222	No	No
Maternity	Yes	(402) 219-7070	No	Yes
Primary Care	Yes	(402) 219-8000	No	Yes
Regional Burn Center	No	(402) 219-7717	No	Yes
Virtual Quick Care	Yes	(402) 717-1255	No	Yes

Visiting Hours

Department	Visitation Information
General Inpatient	- No limit on number of visitors during 8 am - 8 pm, 7 days a week - Overnight guests permitted in special situations with approval - Virtual visits available via Zoom
Intensive Care	- Limited to 2 visitors at a time - Exceptions for end-of-life situations
Maternity	- Open visitation 24/7 - Nap time 2-4 pm daily, visitors optional
Emergency	- Two visitors permitted per patient - Visitors may switch during patient´s stay
Outpatient	- Schedule appointments online via MyChart - Same-day appointments available by calling clinic - Walk-in care available 8 am - 8 pm daily

Important Doctors

CHI Health St. Elizabeth Information

Management and Leadership Team

Name	Title	Area of Expertise
Rick Thompson	President	Hospital Operations, Strategic Planning
Tim Bricker	President & CEO, CommonSpirit Health Central Region	Regional Healthcare Strategy
Jenny Stachura	Chief Nursing Officer and VP of Patient Care Services	Nursing, Patient Care
Brian Tiffany, MD, PhD	Chief Medical Officer	Medical Operations, Quality of Care
Kathleen "Kat" Rondeau	Chief Strategy Officer	Strategic Development
Troy Hammett	Chief Financial Officer	Financial Management
Aaron Austin, MBA	Chief Human Resources Officer	Human Resources
Derek Havens	VP of Operations and Performance Partnerships	Operations, Performance Improvement

Average Salary

Department	Service/Procedure	Average Cost
Cardiology	EKG	$198
Cardiology	Stress Test	$966
Cardiology	Echocardiogram	$805
Emergency	Level 1 Visit	$340
Emergency	Level 5 Visit	$2,264
Imaging	CT Scan	$805-$1,270
Imaging	MRI	$805-$1,270
Imaging	X-Ray	$300-$369
Laboratory	Basic Metabolic Panel	$24
Laboratory	Complete Blood Count	$17
Oncology	Chemotherapy Session	$1,000-$3,000
Orthopedics	Joint Replacement	$20,000-$50,000
Physical Therapy	Evaluation	$150
Physical Therapy	Treatment Session	$117-$127

Support Programs for Patients

Program	Description
Financial Assistance Policy	Provides discounted or free care for eligible patients up to 400% of Federal Poverty Level
Home Health Services	Skilled nursing, therapy, and personal care services provided in patient´s home
Palliative Care	Specialized medical care focused on providing relief from symptoms and stress of serious illness
Social Work Services	Assistance with discharge planning, community resources, and psychosocial support
Faith Community Nursing Network	Health education and advocacy through local faith communities
Employee Hardship Fund	Emergency financial assistance for CHI Health employees in need

Payment Plans

Plan Type	Terms
Interest-Free Payment Plan	Up to 18 months to pay
Financial Assistance	For patients at or below 400% of Federal Poverty Level
Uninsured Discount	10% discount for payment in full on day of service
Minimum Payment	$100 deposit required for uninsured patients
Extended Payment Plan	Available for balances after insurance

Accepted Insurance Companies

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Cigna

Humana

Medica

Medicaid

Medicare

United Healthcare

Wellmark

Wellpoint

Cost Consulting

Department	Financial Counseling Services
Eligibility and Enrollment Services (EES)	- Helps uninsured or underinsured patients - Identifies potential eligibility for government programs - Assists with filling out program applications - Supports patients through application process - Appeals denied applications when reason was incorrect
Financial Assistance Center	- Offers financial assistance program on sliding income scale - Assists uninsured patients and those with balances after insurance - Provides substantial relief from physician bills for eligible patients - Helps patients complete financial assistance applications
Patient Accounts	- Provides itemized billing statements - Answers billing questions - Helps set up payment arrangements - Collects co-payments and deductibles prior to service
Customer Service Center	- Discusses payment options - Answers questions about patient statements - Helps resolve billing concerns

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Accommodation	Details
Accessible Parking	Designated spaces in connected parking garage and surface lots
Wheelchair Access	Curb cuts, ramps, elevators throughout facility
Wheelchair Escorts	Available upon request for transport within hospital
Wheelchair Storage	Available at Guest Services locations
Assistive Listening Devices	Available for Arena events, free of charge
Closed Captioning	Mobile devices available upon request
Language Interpretation	On-site, video, and phone interpretation available
Sign Language Interpretation	Available upon request
Service Animals	Permitted in accordance with ADA guidelines
Staff Training	Disability awareness and inclusive care training provided

Digital Health Services

Department	Digital Health Services
Behavioral Health	- Online therapy sessions - Virtual support groups - Mobile apps for mental health tracking
Cardiology	- Remote heart monitoring - Virtual follow-up appointments - Online cardiac rehab programs
Emergency Medicine	- Virtual triage - Online ER wait times - Telehealth Urgent Care
General Medicine	- Video consultations - E-prescriptions - Digital health records access
Maternity Care	- Virtual prenatal classes - Remote fetal monitoring - Online breastfeeding support
Oncology	- Telemedicine follow-ups - Online support groups - Remote symptom monitoring
Patient Portal	- Appointment scheduling - Secure messaging with providers - Test results access - Bill pay
Radiology	- Online image viewing - Virtual radiology consultations - Digital image sharing
Rehabilitation	- Telerehabilitation sessions - Virtual physical therapy - Online exercise programs
Virtual Quick Care	- On-demand video visits - Symptom checker - Prescription renewals

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Department	Program
Family Medicine	Clinical rotations
Obstetrics	Clinical rotations
Internal Medicine	Clinical rotations
Medical Education	Lectures and seminars
Multiple Departments	Hands-on training
Nursing	Nurse residency program
Radiology	School of Radiologic Technology

Collaborative Research Projects

Department	Research Projects
Burn & Wound Care	- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy trials for chronic wound healing - Development of advanced burn dressings - Studies on burn scar prevention techniques
Cardiology	- New generation devices to reduce stroke risk in heart patients - Clinical trials on novel anticoagulants - Robotic-assisted cardiac surgery techniques
Neonatal Care	- Trials on neuroprotective strategies for premature infants - Development of non-invasive respiratory support devices - Studies on optimizing nutrition for NICU patients
Neurology	- Clinical trials on new treatments for Alzheimer´s disease - Development of advanced brain imaging techniques - Studies on neuromodulation therapies for movement disorders
Women´s Health	- Trials on novel breast cancer diagnostics and treatments - Development of minimally invasive gynecological surgical techniques - Studies on personalized medicine approaches in obstetrics

Professional Development Programs

Department	Affiliation	Professional Development Program
Burn Center	American College of Surgeons, American Burn Association	Burn care training, research opportunities
Cardiology	American College of Cardiology	Continuing medical education courses
Medical Education	Creighton University School of Medicine	Residency and fellowship programs
Nursing	Purdue University Global	Simulation center training
Radiology	CHI Health School of Radiologic Technology	Radiologic technology program
Wound Care	Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society	Wound care certification courses

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Department	Certification/Accreditation	Accrediting Body
Laboratory	Clinical Laboratory Accreditation	College of American Pathologists (CAP)
Cardiology	Chest Pain Center Accreditation	American College of Cardiology
Burn Center	Burn Center Verification	American Burn Association
Hospital-wide	Magnet Recognition	American Nurses Credentialing Center
Nursing	Age-Friendly Health System	Institute for Healthcare Improvement
Neonatal Care	Level III NICU	American Academy of Pediatrics
Trauma	Level III Trauma Center	American College of Surgeons

Internship and Observation Programs

Department	Opportunity
Burn Unit	Nursing Student Internship
Emergency Department	Medical Student Observation
General Surgery	Surgical Tech Internship
Labor & Delivery	Nursing Student Internship
Medical/Surgical	Nursing Student Internship
NICU	Nursing Student Internship
Radiology	Radiologic Technology Student Internship

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Department	Award
Critical Care	America´s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Emergency	Emergency Nurses Association´s Lantern Award (2024)
Emergency	Women´s Choice Award for Emergency Care
Hospital-wide	Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)
Hospital-wide	Women´s Choice Award for Patient Safety
Nursing	Magnet Recognition
Oncology	Women´s Choice Award for Cancer Care
Pediatrics	Pediatric Readiness Certification
Stroke Care	American Heart Association "Get with Guidelines Gold Plus"
Trauma	Level III Trauma Center Designation

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Department	Program
Cardiothoracic Anesthesia	Fellowship
Cardiology	Rotation
Family Medicine	Residency
Pharmacy	PGY1 Residency
Radiologic Technology	23-month Program

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

Department	Program
Family Medicine	Residency
Burn & Wound Care	Fellowship
Cardiology	Fellowship
Critical Care	Fellowship
Internal Medicine	Residency
Neonatal Intensive Care	Fellowship
Pharmacy	Residency

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Department	Service/Support Option
Financial Assistance	Financial assistance program for uninsured/underinsured patients
Financial Assistance	Eligibility for households up to 400% of Federal Poverty Level
Billing	Payment plans available
Billing	Discounted rates for self-pay patients
Emergency Care	Emergency care provided regardless of ability to pay
Insurance Enrollment	Assistance applying for Medicaid/other programs
Patient Advocacy	Financial counselors available
Price Transparency	Cost estimates provided upon request

Hospital Research Collaborations

Department	Research Partner
Cancer Research	Creighton University
Cardiology	CHI Health Nebraska Heart Institute
Burn Research	University of Nebraska Medical Center
Medical Education	Creighton University School of Medicine
Nursing Research	Purdue University Global

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Department	Mentorship/Advisory Program
Cancer Institute	Cancer Survivorship 101 - 9-week holistic rehabilitation program for cancer survivors
Career Development	Career Mentoring Program to promote healthcare careers for Lincoln area high school students
Emergency Medicine	EMRA Student-Resident Mentorship Program - matches EM students with resident mentors
Family Medicine	Faculty mentorship program for family medicine students
Hospital Medicine	12-month APP Fellowship with hands-on experience, mentorship and didactic education
Nursing	Nurse Residency Program to aid transition of new graduates to acute care
Pharmacy	PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency Program with organized training
Radiology	School of Radiologic Technology with clinical training

CHI Health St. Elizabeth Nearest Places

Hotels

0.4 miles

4.3

Annabell Gardens

Free WiFi, Free parking, Pet-friendly

0.5 miles

4.2

New Victorian Suites Lincoln

Free breakfast, Indoor pool, Fitness center

0.6 miles

4.4

Staybridge Suites Northeast Lincoln

Free breakfast, Kitchen in room, Pet-friendly

0.7 miles

4.1

Candlewood Suites Lincoln

Kitchen in room, Free laundry, Pet-friendly

0.8 miles

3.5

Travelodge by Wyndham Lincoln

Free breakfast, Outdoor pool, Pet-friendly

0.9 miles

Holiday Inn Lincoln Southwest

Restaurant, Indoor pool, Fitness center

Florists and Gift Shops

0 km

4.5

CHI Health St. Elizabeth Gift Shop

Fresh flowers, balloons, gifts

0.5 km

4.7

House of Flowers

Fresh flower delivery, local florist

0.7 km

4.6

Oak Creek Plants & Flowers

Plants, flowers, arrangements

0.8 km

4.8

Habitat Gift

Kitchen and gift store

0.9 km

4.5

Luv It Gift & Flower Shop

Gifts, flowers, arrangements

1 km

4.6

Alan´s Flowers and Gifts

Fresh flowers, same-day delivery

Food and Restaurant

0 km

3.5

Subway

Sandwich Shop, Fast Food

0.5 km

3.7

BARroom

Bar, American

0.7 km

4.2

Runza

Fast Food, American

0.8 km

3.8

McDonald´s

Fast Food, Burgers

0.9 km

Chopsticks

Chinese

0.9 km

4.1

Jimmy John´s

Sandwich Shop, Fast Food

Pharmacies

0 km

4.5

CHI Health St. Elizabeth Inpatient Pharmacy

Hospital pharmacy, Prescription medications

0.8 km

4.1

Walgreens Pharmacy

Retail pharmacy, Drive-thru, Photo services

0.9 km

3.9

CVS Pharmacy

Retail pharmacy, MinuteClinic, Photo services

1.0 km

4.3

Hy-Vee Pharmacy

Grocery store pharmacy, Immunizations, Medication therapy management

1.0 km

4.7

Kohll´s Pharmacy

Independent pharmacy, Compounding, Medical equipment

1.0 km

4.2

Russ´s Market Pharmacy

Grocery store pharmacy, Prescription refills, Immunizations

Taxi and Transportation

0.8 km

4.2

Happy Cab

Taxi service, 24/7 availability

0.9 km

4.1

zTrip

Ride-hailing, taxi service

0.7 km

3.9

Yellow Cab

Taxi service, airport transfers

0.6 km

3.8

Capital Cab

Taxi service, local transportation

On-demand

4.3

Uber

Ride-hailing, multiple vehicle options

On-demand

4.2

Lyft

Ride-hailing, shared rides

ATMs and Banks

0.1 km

4.5

Liberty First Credit Union

ATM, Drive-up

0.5 km

4.3

Pinnacle Bank

ATM, Drive-thru, Lobby

0.7 km

3.9

Wells Fargo

ATM, Drive-thru, Lobby

0.8 km

4.4

Union Bank & Trust

ATM, Drive-thru, Lobby

0.9 km

4.6

West Gate Bank

ATM, Drive-thru, Lobby

1.0 km

4.7

LincOne Federal Credit Union

ATM, Drive-thru, Lobby

Parking Lots

0.1 km

4.2

CHI Health St. Elizabeth Parking Garage

Covered parking, 24/7 access, Security cameras

0.2 km

St. Elizabeth Medical Building Parking

Surface lot, Free parking, Handicap accessible

0.8 km

3.8

70th and A Street Parking Lot

Public parking, Well-lit, Close to amenities

Shopping Malls

0.8 km

4.1

Gateway Mall

JCPenney, Dillard´s, Von Maur, food court

0.9 km

4.3

East Park Plaza

Hy-Vee, Planet Fitness, restaurants

1.0 km

Edgewood Shopping Center

Super Saver, Dollar Tree, local shops

Stationery and Copying Services

0.8 km

4.5

The UPS Store

Printing, copying, binding, laminating, custom calendars, business cards, banners, posters

0.9 km

4.8

The Printer

High-quality printing, quick turnaround, customized products, eco-friendly practices

1.0 km

4.1

Office Depot

Printing, copying, custom business cards, posters, yard signs, office supplies

Car Rental

0.7 km

4.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Wide selection of vehicles, Pick-up/drop-off service

0.9 km

3.9

Hertz

Various car classes, Gold Plus Rewards program

1.0 km

3.8

Avis Car Rental

Avis Preferred loyalty program, Various vehicle options

Patient Experiences

✅ Summary of Positive Reviews

CHI Health St. Elizabeth in Lincoln, NE, receives high praise for its warm and friendly atmosphere. Reviewers consistently commend the nurses and staff for their kindness, professionalism, and attentiveness. The hospital environment is described as clean, modern, and more akin to a comfortable hotel than a traditional medical facility. Many patients note how well they are treated by the medical staff, highlighting specific individuals for their exceptional care. Overall, the hospital maintains a positive and helpful environment which significantly enhances the patient experience.

❌ Summary of Negative Reviews

There are no reviews rated below 3 stars among the recent feedback provided for CHI Health St. Elizabeth.

Working Hours

Emergency Department

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Outpatient Hospital Lab

Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Imaging & Radiology

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Infectious Disease Clinic

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Burn Outpatient Clinic

Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday: Closed

Department Phones

Department	Phone
Main Hospital	(402) 219-8000
Burn Outpatient Clinic	(402) 219-7717
Hospital Scheduling	(402) 219-7123
Emergency Department	(402) 219-7142

Language and Translation Services

English

CHI Health St. Elizabeth

NPI Number : 1003362997

555 S 70th St, Lincoln, NE 68510

(402) 219-8000

www.chihealth.com

Departments

Outpatient Hospital Lab

Burn Outpatient Clinic

Ostomy Outpatient Clinic

Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab

Wound Care

Lung Health

Vascular Clinic

Radiology

Infusion

Endoscopy

ENT

Sleep Disorders Center

Appointment Information

Visiting Hours

Important Doctors

Dr. Stephen Ackerman

Dr. Jeffry Kent Ailes

Dr. Clark William Antonson

Dr. Michael Scott Applegate

Dr. Donald Burge

Dr. Melvin A. Churchill

Dr. Matthew A. Goettsch

Dr. Zijun Hao

CHI Health St. Elizabeth Information

Management and Leadership Team

Average Salary

Support Programs for Patients

Payment Plans

Accepted Insurance Companies

Cost Consulting

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Digital Health Services

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Collaborative Research Projects

Professional Development Programs

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Internship and Observation Programs

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Hospital Research Collaborations

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

CHI Health St. Elizabeth Nearest Places

Hotels

Annabell Gardens

New Victorian Suites Lincoln

Staybridge Suites Northeast Lincoln

Candlewood Suites Lincoln

Travelodge by Wyndham Lincoln

Holiday Inn Lincoln Southwest

Florists and Gift Shops

CHI Health St. Elizabeth Gift Shop

House of Flowers

Oak Creek Plants & Flowers

Habitat Gift

Luv It Gift & Flower Shop

Alan´s Flowers and Gifts

Food and Restaurant

Subway

BARroom

Runza

McDonald´s

Chopsticks

Jimmy John´s

Pharmacies

CHI Health St. Elizabeth Inpatient Pharmacy

Walgreens Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy

Hy-Vee Pharmacy

Kohll´s Pharmacy

Russ´s Market Pharmacy

Taxi and Transportation

Happy Cab