Merrick Medical Center
Central City, Nebraska · Merrick CountyCMS #281328
6 BedsGovernmentCritical Access
Financial Snapshot
-7.9%
Operating Margin
State median: -4.7%
-7.9%
Total Margin
196
Days Cash on Hand
State median: 48
45.7%
Occupancy Rate
State median: 21.7%
Source: CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS)
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Community Context
County Health Indicators
Diabetes9.5%
Obesity40.1%
Uninsured7.3%
PCPs per 10K3.9
Primary Care HPSADental Health HPSAMental Health HPSA
Sources: County Health Rankings, CDC SVI 2022, HRSA HPSA
Nearest Hospitals
| Hospital | Beds | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hospital | 12 | 20.2 mi |
| Howard County Medical Center | 10 | 23.5 mi |
| Annie Jeffrey Memorial County Health Center | 16 | 24.3 mi |
Data from CMS Provider of Services, CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS), County Health Rankings, CDC Social Vulnerability Index, and HRSA Bureau of Health Workforce. Last updated: 2026-03-11.