Meadowbrook at Appleton
1335 S Oneida St · Appleton, WI · 54915 · 9207316646
104 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Synergy Senior Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.31 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.85 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.80 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 50% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $15,642 |
Inspection citations (59 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D October 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F October 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 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 August 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 23, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 23, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 24, 2025 · found via complaint
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 April 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F January 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| April 2, 2024 | Fine | $15,642 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 525264 · certified since March 14, 1975. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.