Care & Rehab - Ladysmith 1
1001 E 11th St N · Ladysmith, WI · 54848 · 7155325546
32 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Care & Rehab
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 78 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.40 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.25 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.95 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 19% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (20 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
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 March 18, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2026
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F February 24, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F November 13, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 13, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected December 4, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 4, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 21, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 21, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 525592 · certified since June 15, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.