Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in West Salem, Wisconsin
1 of 2 nursing homes in West Salem (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Wisconsin statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
136
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$319,127 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in West Salem, Wisconsin, is adequate, with 2 total facilities and 50% recommended. Families should be aware that while Lakeview Health Center is highly rated, one facility has accumulated $319,127 in fines, indicating potential concerns.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 LAKEVIEW HEALTH CENTER (90) — Lakeview Health Center stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and a stellar CMS rating of 5★. With an A grade and no fines, this government-owned facility prioritizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive exceptional attention and support in a comfortable environment.
The other 1 West Salem facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $319K.
Recommended
Lakeview Health Center stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and a stellar CMS rating of 5★. With an A grade and no fines, this government-owned facility prioritizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive exceptional attention and support in a comfortable environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | West Salem Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $319,127
Questions West Salem Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
West Salem's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 West Salem facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; West Salem avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
West Salem facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in West Salem, WI are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in West Salem (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in West Salem "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in West Salem?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.