Amethyst Health of Algoma
1510 Fremont St · Algoma, WI · 54201 · 9204875511
50 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.66 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.94 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.18 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 60% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,152 |
Inspection citations (17 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J November 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 8, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F June 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Corrected July 1, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D November 8, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 22, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 8, 2023
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected December 22, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 8, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 22, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 8, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected December 22, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 8, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 22, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 8, 2023 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 22, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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No harm found · C November 8, 2023
Have enough backup water supply for essential areas of the nursing home.
Corrected December 22, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2022
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected November 10, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2022
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected November 14, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F October 12, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 3, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2024 | Fine | $8,152 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 525533 · certified since June 1, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.