Middle River Health and Rehabilitation Center

8274 E San Rd · South Range, WI · 54874 · 7153983523

86 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company

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 71 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

61% of nursing staff left within a year

High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 46
Serious harm & abuse 20% 94
Staffing 20% 81
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 21
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day4.443.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day1.080.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day3.71≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year61%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (23 in the current record)

  • Actual harm · G February 3, 2026 · found via complaint

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected March 2, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 3, 2026 · found via complaint

    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Corrected March 2, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D February 3, 2026 · found via complaint

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Corrected March 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025

    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 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 September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025

    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 September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · F August 14, 2025

    Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

    Corrected September 12, 2025 · Administration

  • 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 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D 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 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · F June 25, 2025 · found via complaint

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected July 24, 2025 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · E April 29, 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 May 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D December 2, 2024 · found via complaint

    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Corrected December 27, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · F August 29, 2023 · 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 September 22, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · E June 7, 2023

    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Corrected July 7, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D June 7, 2023

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Corrected July 7, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D June 7, 2023

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected July 7, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E June 7, 2023

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Corrected July 7, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F June 7, 2023

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected July 7, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • No harm found · C June 7, 2023

    Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Corrected July 7, 2023 · Resident Rights

  • No harm found · C June 7, 2023

    Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Corrected July 7, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 525408 · certified since April 1, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.