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Nebraska Medicine Bellevue

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Nebraska Medicine Bellevue, located at 2500 Bellevue Medical Center Dr, opened in 2010 as a community hospital. It has 91 licensed beds and offers 24-hour emergency care, inpatient and outpatient surgery, and specialty services. The hospital is recognized for its quality care and is part of the Nebraska Medicine system, which has received numerous awards for excellence in various medical specialties.

NPI Number : 1609007525

2500 Bellevue Medical Center Dr, Bellevue, NE 68123

(402) 763-3000

www.nebraskamed.com

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Departments

Cardiology Services

Neurology

Maternity Services

Primary Care

Radiology Services

Pathology Services

Surgery Services

Emergency Services

Pharmacy

Therapy and Rehabilitation

Ear, Nose and Throat

Pulmonary Services

Cancer Services

Ophthalmology

Orthopaedics

Appointment Information

Department	Appointment Options
Family Medicine	• Online scheduling • Phone scheduling: 800-922-0000 • Same-day appointments available • Walk-ins welcome for Immediate Care
Cardiology	• Online scheduling • Phone scheduling: 800-922-0000
Internal Medicine	• Online scheduling • Phone scheduling: 800-922-0000 • Same-day appointments available
Pediatrics	• Online scheduling • Phone scheduling: 800-922-0000 • Same-day appointments available
Women´s Health	• Online scheduling • Phone scheduling: 800-922-0000
Emergency	• Open 24/7 • No appointment needed

Visiting Hours

Department	Visitation Information
Emergency	One visitor allowed in waiting room. Two visitors can accompany patient once roomed.
Inpatient	Two healthy visitors at a time, 6 AM to 10 PM. One overnight visitor 10 PM to 6 AM.
Outpatient	One or two visitors may accompany each patient for appointments.
Telehealth	Video visits available 7 AM to 7 PM weekdays, 8 AM to 4 PM weekends.
Phone Scheduling	Call 402.763.3000 to schedule appointments.
Walk-In	Immediate Care Clinic open evenings, weekends and holidays. No appointment needed.
Same-Day	Same-day appointments available. Call clinic to schedule.

Important Doctors

Nebraska Medicine Bellevue Information

Management and Leadership Team

Name	Title	Department	Areas of Expertise
James Linder, MD	CEO	Executive	Strategic leadership, Healthcare administration
Julie Lazure, RN	Vice President of Operations	Administration	Hospital operations, Nursing leadership
Kelly Vaughn	Chief Nursing Officer	Nursing	Nursing operations, Patient care quality
Kyle Johnson, MD	Procedural Services Chief	Medical	Perioperative services, Anesthesiology
Kyle Skiermont, PharmD	Senior Vice President of Operations	Operations	Pharmacy, Cancer services, Ambulatory care
Michael Ash, MD	President and Chief Operating Officer	Executive	Health IT, Clinical operations, Quality and safety
Stephanie Daubert	Chief Financial Officer	Finance	Financial management, Strategic planning
Sue Nuss, PhD	Clinical Workforce Development Officer	Human Resources	Workforce development, Academic partnerships
Tiffany Joekel	Vice President of Government Affairs	Government Relations	Public policy, Legislative affairs

Average Salary

Department	Common Procedures/Services	Average Cost Range
Cardiology	- EKG: $200-$400 - Echocardiogram: $1,500-$3,000 - Cardiac Stress Test: $1,000-$2,500 - Cardiac Catheterization: $5,000-$15,000	$200 - $15,000+
Oncology	- Initial Consultation: $250-$500 - Chemotherapy (per session): $1,000-$5,000 - Radiation Therapy (per session): $1,500-$3,000 - PET Scan: $3,000-$6,000	$250 - $6,000+
Neurology	- Initial Consultation: $200-$400 - EEG: $500-$1,000 - MRI Brain Scan: $1,500-$3,000 - Lumbar Puncture: $1,000-$2,000	$200 - $3,000+
Orthopedics	- Initial Consultation: $200-$400 - X-Ray: $100-$300 - Joint Injection: $300-$750 - Arthroscopic Surgery: $5,000-$15,000	$100 - $15,000+
Outpatient Services	- Primary Care Visit: $100-$300 - Specialist Consultation: $150-$500 - Minor Procedures: $500-$2,000 - Diagnostic Tests: $100-$1,000	$100 - $2,000+

Support Programs for Patients

Program/Service	Description
Financial Assistance Policy	Free care for patients with income ?200% FPL; Discounted care 200-400% FPL
Social Work Services	Free emotional support, counseling, discharge planning
Care Transition Nurses	Coordinate complex care needs after discharge
Spiritual Care Services	24/7 chaplain support for patients and families
UNMC Child Development Center	On-campus childcare for UNMC/Nebraska Medicine employees
SHARING Clinic	Free primary care clinic for uninsured/underinsured adults
Cancer Support Services	Education, counseling, nutrition services for cancer patients
Resource and Wellness Center	Support services for cancer patients and families

Payment Plans

Payment Plan Option	Details
In-house Payment Plan	- 0% interest - Up to 24 months to pay - No credit check required - Available for all patients
Health Services Financing (HSF) Account	- 0% interest for 24-36 months - Credit line up to $50,000 - No credit check required - Cannot be used for elective procedures
CarePayment	- 0% APR - 12-36 month terms - No credit check - Available for balances up to $50,000
MyChart Payment Plan	- For smaller balances - Flexible terms - Self-enrollment option - Automatic monthly payments

Accepted Insurance Companies

Aetna

Ambetter

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Humana

Medica

Medicaid

Medicare

Multiplan

United Healthcare

Cost Consulting

Department	Financial Services Offered
Financial Counseling	- One-on-one appointments (in-person or virtual) - Assistance applying for financial aid - Help understanding insurance coverage - Guidance on treatment costs - Information on payment plans - Explanation of billing statements
Patient Financial Services	- Cost estimates prior to treatment - Explanation of insurance benefits - Information on self-pay discounts - Help applying for Medicaid - Assistance with Charity Care applications
Patient Access	- Financial screening before scheduled procedures - Information on payment options - Help understanding out-of-pocket costs - Guidance on obtaining insurance approval

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Accommodation Type	Details
Physical Accessibility	- Wheelchair accessible entrances and rooms - Handrails in hallways and bathrooms - Elevators - Accessible parking spaces
Assistive Devices	- Wheelchairs - Walkers - Canes - Hospital beds with powered lifts
Communication Aids	- Sign language interpreters - Language interpreters - TTY phones - Pocketalkers (personal amplification devices) - Video remote interpreting
Priority Services	- Expedited registration process - Priority scheduling for appointments - Assistance with paperwork
Staff Training	- Disability awareness training - Communication skills for patients with disabilities - Proper use of assistive devices

Digital Health Services

Department	Digital Health Services
Cardiology	- Remote cardiac monitoring - Telecardiology consultations - Virtual heart failure management program
Emergency Medicine	- Immediate Care Video Visits for Urgent Care needs - Online ER wait time tracker
Family Medicine	- E-visits for common conditions - Scheduled video visits with primary care providers - Secure messaging through patient portal
Maternity Services	- Virtual prenatal visits - Remote fetal monitoring - Online childbirth education classes
Oncology	- Teleoncology consultations - Remote symptom monitoring for cancer patients - Virtual support groups
Pharmacy	- Online prescription refills - Virtual medication counseling - Mobile app for medication reminders
Radiology	- Online scheduling for imaging appointments - Digital image sharing through patient portal - Virtual radiology consultations
Rehabilitation	- Telerehabilitation sessions - Virtual Physical Therapy - Online exercise programs
Surgery	- Virtual pre-operative consultations - Online post-operative follow-ups - Remote wound monitoring
System-wide	- One Chart \| Patient portal - Nebraska Medicine mobile app - MyChart Bedside for inpatients - Telehealth platform for video visits across specialties

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Department	Educational Programs
Family Medicine	- Family Medicine Outpatient Sub-Internship - Rural Emergency Medicine Rotation
Emergency Medicine	- Emergency Medicine Rotation - Trauma Center/Emergency Department Experience
Pediatrics	- Pediatric Emergency Medicine Sub-Internship - Outpatient Pediatrics Rotation
Internal Medicine	- Inpatient Medicine Sub-Internship - Outpatient Clinic Experience
Obstetrics/Gynecology	- Labor & Delivery Experience - Women´s Health Outpatient Rotation
Anesthesiology	- Anesthesiology Rotation - Critical Care Anesthesiology Experience

Collaborative Research Projects

Department	Research Projects
Neurology	- Clinical trial on ipilimumab and nivolumab for newly diagnosed glioblastoma - Development of rapid stroke assessment protocols
Genetics	- Genetic Insights Project examining DNA for future health risks - Database to support research on disease causes and treatments
Cardiology	- Clinical trials on new cardiac devices and medications - Development of cardiac rehabilitation programs
Pulmonology	- Studies on respiratory impacts of drought using NASA data - Clinical trials for new COPD treatments
Oncology	- Cancer clinical trials through Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center - Development of personalized immunotherapy treatments

Professional Development Programs

Department	Affiliations	Professional Development Programs
Allied Health	Nebraska Hospital Association	Allied health certification courses
Cardiology	American Heart Association	BLS, ACLS, PALS certification
Education	University of Nebraska Medical Center	Medical residency programs
Emergency Medicine	American College of Emergency Physicians	Emergency medicine CME courses
Internal Medicine	American College of Physicians	Internal medicine board review courses
Pediatrics	American Academy of Pediatrics	Pediatric advanced life support training
Pharmacy	American Society of Health-System Pharmacists	Pharmacy residency program
Pulmonology	American Thoracic Society	Pulmonary and critical care CME
Radiology	American College of Radiology	Radiology technologist certification courses
Surgery	American College of Surgeons	Surgical skills workshops

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Department	Certification/Accreditation	Accrediting Body
Cardiology	Congestive Heart Failure Certification	The Joint Commission
Emergency Medicine	Emergency Department Accreditation	The Joint Commission
Hospital-Wide	Hospital Accreditation	The Joint Commission
Stroke Care	Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Centers	The Joint Commission
Surgery	Ventricular Assist Device Certification	The Joint Commission
Women´s Services	Safe Sleep Designation	Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services

Internship and Observation Programs

Department	Opportunity Type
Child Life	Internship, Practicum
Clinical Psychology	Internship
Family Medicine	Sub-internship
Internal Medicine	Sub-internship
Music Therapy	Practicum
Nursing	Internship, Job shadowing
Pediatrics	Sub-internship

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Department	Award
Emergency Department	Target: Stroke Honor Roll
Hospital-wide	Get With The Guidelines® Gold Plus Achievement Award
Hospital-wide	Health Equality Index Top Performer
Hospital-wide	LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer
Hospital-wide	Nebraska´s Safest Companies Award
Neurology	Certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center
Nursing	Magnet Designation
Rehabilitation	Best Rehabilitation Center in Bellevue

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Department	Residency/Fellowship
Clarkson Family Medicine	Residency
Emergency Medicine	PGY2 Pharmacy Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency, PGY2 Pharmacy Residency
Orthopaedic Surgery	Residency
Pharmacy	PGY1 Residency

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

Department	Residency/Fellowship
Emergency Medicine	Residency
Family Medicine	Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency
Obstetrics And Gynecology	Residency
Pediatrics	Residency
Pharmacy	Residency
Surgery	Residency

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

Department	Services/Support for Uninsured Patients
Emergency Services	- 24/7 emergency care regardless of ability to pay - Financial assistance available - Discounted services for uninsured patients
Financial Counseling	- Financial assistance policy - Payment plans - Assistance applying for Medicaid/other programs - Uninsured discounts
Patient Financial Services	- Monthly payment plans - Extended payment plans - Financial assistance applications
Immediate Care Clinics	- Lower cost alternative to ER for non-emergencies - Walk-in care available - Discounted services for uninsured
Pharmacy	- Prescription assistance programs - Generic medication options
Social Work	- Guidance on health insurance options - Referrals to community resources

Hospital Research Collaborations

Department	Research Partner	Collaboration Details
Cancer Research	Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center	NCI-designated cancer center, joint research with UNMC
Cardiology	University of Nebraska Medical Center	Cardiovascular research, clinical trials
Emergency Medicine	UNMC College of Medicine	Training and research in emergency care
Internal Medicine	UNMC Department of Internal Medicine	Clinical research, fellowship programs
Medical Research	University of Nebraska at Omaha	Collaborative biomedical research projects
Neurosciences	UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences	Neurology and Neurosurgery research
Oncology	UNMC Eppley Institute for Research in Cancer	Cancer treatment research, clinical trials
Surgery	UNMC Department of Surgery	Surgical techniques research, training programs
Transplant	UNMC Transplant Center	Organ transplantation research and innovation

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Department	Mentorship/Advisory Program
College of Nursing	Mary Eliza Mahoney Mentoring Program (MEMMP) for first-generation undergraduate students
College of Nursing	Primary Care Scholars Program for BSN students
College of Nursing	School Nurse Scholars Program for BSN students
Emergency Department	Mentorship program pairing new nurses with experienced ED nurses
Graduate Medical Education	Structured mentoring program for residents and fellows across specialties
Internal Medicine	Residency Advising Mentorship Program (RAMP) for internal medicine residents
Medical School	Scott Scholars Program providing mentorship for medical students
Nursing	Nurse Residency Program with preceptor pairing for new graduate nurses
Ophthalmology	Mentoring program to prepare junior faculty for career advancement

Nebraska Medicine Bellevue Nearest Places

Hotels

0.5 miles

4.1

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellevue/Omaha

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

0.9 miles

4.4

Hampton Inn Bellevue

Free breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center

1.1 miles

4.3

Candlewood Suites Bellevue

Full kitchen, fitness center, free laundry facilities

1.2 miles

4.2

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bellevue

Free breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center

1.3 miles

4.3

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha Bellevue at Beardmore Event Center

Indoor pool, fitness center, on-site restaurant

0.6 miles

3.9

Value Place

Full kitchen, weekly rates available

Florists and Gift Shops

0.2 km

4.8

Our Floral Affair

Premier florist, wide selection, same-day delivery

0.4 km

4.7

The Purple Orchid

Fresh flower delivery, local florist

0.6 km

4.8

Piccolo´s Florist

Flower delivery, local arrangements

0.7 km

4.6

Twigs Flowers & Gifts

FTD florist, same-day delivery

0.8 km

4.5

Avas Flowers

Professional florist, same-day delivery

0.9 km

4.7

Flowers By Eva

Hand-arranged flowers, local delivery

Food and Restaurant

0.8 km

3.9

IHOP

American, Breakfast, Pancakes

0.9 km

4.5

Moran´s Grill

American, Bar, Grill

0.1 km

3.8

Bellevue Medical Center Café

Cafeteria, American

0.7 km

4.4

Roma Italian Restaurant

Italian, Pizza

0.8 km

4.3

Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews

American, Burgers, Beer

0.9 km

4.6

The Special

American, Diner

Pharmacies

0 km

4.5

Nebraska Medicine - Bellevue Pharmacy

Outpatient pharmacy, Meds to Beds program, Immunizations

0.5 km

4.2

CHI Health Bellevue Pharmacy

Prescription services, Over-the-counter medications

0.8 km

3.9

CVS Pharmacy

Drive-thru, Immunizations, MinuteClinic

0.9 km

3.7

Walmart Pharmacy

Prescription refills, Immunizations, $4 prescriptions

1 km

Bakers Pharmacy

Prescription services, Immunizations, Health screenings

1 km

3.8

Walgreens Pharmacy

24-hour service, Drive-thru, Immunizations

Taxi and Transportation

0.5 km

4.2

zTrip

Taxi service, Airport transportation

0.8 km

3.8

City Taxi

Taxi service, 24/7 availability

On-demand

4.1

Uber

Ridesharing, Multiple vehicle options

On-demand

Lyft

Ridesharing, Shared rides

0.9 km

3.7

Happy Cab

Taxi service, Airport transfers

1.0 km

4.5

Metro Sedan and Limousine

Luxury transportation, Corporate services

ATMs and Banks

0.5 km

4.2

First National Bank of Omaha

ATM, Deposits, Withdrawals

0.6 km

Pinnacle Bank

ATM, Cash Dispense, Cash Deposit

0.7 km

3.8

Wells Fargo

ATM, Deposits, Withdrawals, Notary Services

0.8 km

3.9

U.S. Bank

ATM, Deposits, Withdrawals, Currency Exchange

0.9 km

4.1

American National Bank

ATM, Deposits, Withdrawals, Safe Deposit Boxes

1.0 km

4.3

West Gate Bank

ATM, Deposits, Withdrawals, Loan Services

Parking Lots

0 km

4.3

Nebraska Medicine - Bellevue Medical Center Parking

Free parking, Valet parking, Accessible parking

0.1 km

4.1

Bellevue Health Center Parking

Free parking, Accessible parking

0.2 km

4.2

Bellevue Medical Center Emergency Parking

24/7 access, Emergency vehicle priority

Shopping Malls

0.9 km

4.3

Shadow Lake Towne Center

Outdoor shopping center with retailers and restaurants

0.7 km

Bellevue Plaza

Strip mall with local shops and services

0.8 km

3.9

Southroads Shopping Center

Retail stores and restaurants

Stationery and Copying Services

0.9 km

4.5

The UPS Store

Printing, copying, shipping, mailbox services

0.8 km

4.8

Bellevue Printing Company

Business cards, brochures, banners, custom printing

0.7 km

4.7

Jacobs Printing and Specialties

Business forms, promotional products, graphic design

Car Rental

0.8 km

4.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Economy cars, SUVs, trucks, vans

0.9 km

3.9

Hertz

Sedans, SUVs, luxury vehicles

1.0 km

4.1

Budget Car Rental

Economy cars, full-size cars, SUVs

Patient Experiences

✅ Summary of Positive Reviews

The positive reviews for Nebraska Medicine Bellevue highlight the professionalism and dedication of the staff. Many patients appreciated the care provided during emergency visits, even on busy days. Commenters noted the quick and efficient service, along with the friendly demeanor of both the medical and nursing staff. The facility is praised for its cleanliness and convenience of location. Specific staff members, such as Leah in the mammogram department and Dr. Deans in Orthopedics, received commendations for their exceptional service and kindness.

❌ Summary of Negative Reviews

In negative reviews, patients expressed dissatisfaction with their experiences at Nebraska Medicine Bellevue, particularly concerning surgical aftercare. Complaints included inadequate post-operative care, substandard accommodation conditions, and lack of necessary medical equipment, such as an appropriate bed and prescribed CPAP machine. One reviewer mentioned poor pain management following joint replacement surgery and felt the overall care was lacking, which deterred them from returning to the facility.

Working Hours

Emergency Department

24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

Outpatient Services

Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Diagnostic Testing

Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Laboratory Services

Monday - Friday: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday: 6:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Closed Sundays and holidays

Immediate Care Clinic

Weekday evenings: 6 p.m. to 9:45 p.m., Weekends: 10 a.m. to 7:45 p.m., Holidays: 11 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Department Phones

Department	Phone Number
Main Hospital	402-763-3000
Billing	402-763-3061
Emergency	402-763-3000
Gift Shop	402-763-3051
Laboratory	402-763-3000
Patient Registration	402-763-3045
Pharmacy	402-595-1156
Security	402-763-3050
Social Work	402-763-3321

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