Best Nursing Homes in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

1 of 2 nursing homes in Wisconsin Rapids (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Wisconsin statewide average is 29%.

1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data

Worth Considering

1

Facilities graded B or better with zero fines

1 recommended 0 caution 1 avoid

City Average

3.0

+0.00 vs state

Total Beds

194

across 2 facilities

High Risk Facilities

1

1 Grade F

$114,626 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 Wisconsin Rapids is adequate, with only 2 facilities available and 50% recommended. Families should be aware that while EDENBROOK OF WISCONSIN RAPIDS has top ratings, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $114,626, indicating potential concerns.

Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)

  1. 1 EDENBROOK OF WISCONSIN RAPIDS (90) — Edenbrook of Wisconsin Rapids shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With a solid A grade and no fines, this facility is dedicated to providing quality care in a supportive environment, making it a top choice for residents seeking exceptional nursing services.

The other 1 Wisconsin Rapids facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $114K.

Staffing Comparison

Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality

Comparison of staffing metrics between EDENBROOK OF WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wisconsin Rapids average, and CMS minimum standards
Metric Top Facility Wisconsin Rapids 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 $114,626

Questions Wisconsin Rapids Families Should Ask

Based on what we found in local inspection data

  1. 1

    "What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"

    Wisconsin Rapids's city average is 3.0 stars

  2. 2

    "Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"

    1 of 2 Wisconsin Rapids facilities have fines

  3. 3

    "How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"

    CMS recommends 45 min; Wisconsin Rapids avg is 0 min

  4. 4

    "What were your most recent inspection findings?"

    Wisconsin Rapids 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 Wisconsin Rapids, WI are recommended?

1 of 2 nursing homes in Wisconsin Rapids (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.

What makes a nursing home in Wisconsin Rapids "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 Wisconsin Rapids?

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.