RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER- APPLETON
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Rennes Health and Rehab Center in Appleton, Wisconsin has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a high level of quality care. Ranking #58 out of 321 facilities statewide places them in the top half of Wisconsin nursing homes, while their county rank of #3 out of 7 shows they are one of the better options in Outagamie County. The facility is on an improving trend, reducing from 3 issues in 2024 to 2 in 2025, though they have reported a total of 6 concerns in the latest inspection. Staffing is rated good with a turnover rate of 47%, matching the state average, while RN coverage is average, meaning there are sufficient registered nurses to catch potential issues. Specific incidents included a resident not having their call light within reach, which could risk delays in receiving help, and another resident did not receive proper weight monitoring despite guidelines, both of which highlight areas needing attention. However, it’s worth noting that the facility has no fines on record, indicating compliance with regulations.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Wisconsin
- #58/321
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 47% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Wisconsin facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 62 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Wisconsin nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ○ Average
- 6 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Wisconsin avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 6 deficiencies on record
Aug 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interview and record review, the facility did not ensure appropriate care and treatment related to weight monitor...
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Jan 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff and resident interview, and record review, the facility did not ensure 1 resident (R) (R2) of 5 samp...
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Jun 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff and family interview, and record review, the facility did not ensure 1 resident (R) (R44) of 18 resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interview and record review, the facility did not develop a comprehensive care plan for 1 resident (R) (R44) of 3...
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Apr 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff and resident interview, and record review, the facility did not review and revise the plan of care for 1 Resident...
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Nov 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0559
(Tag F0559)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on resident representative and staff interview, and record review, the facility did not ensure written notice of a room ch...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Wisconsin.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Wisconsin facilities.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Rennes Health And Rehab Center- Appleton's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER- APPLETON an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Wisconsin, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Rennes Health And Rehab Center- Appleton Staffed?
CMS rates RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER- APPLETON's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 47%, compared to the Wisconsin average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Rennes Health And Rehab Center- Appleton?
State health inspectors documented 6 deficiencies at RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER- APPLETON during 2023 to 2025. These included: 6 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Rennes Health And Rehab Center- Appleton?
RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER- APPLETON is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by RENNES GROUP, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 88 certified beds and approximately 77 residents (about 88% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in APPLETON, Wisconsin.
How Does Rennes Health And Rehab Center- Appleton Compare to Other Wisconsin Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Wisconsin, RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER- APPLETON's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (47%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Rennes Health And Rehab Center- Appleton?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Rennes Health And Rehab Center- Appleton Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER- APPLETON has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Wisconsin. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Rennes Health And Rehab Center- Appleton Stick Around?
RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER- APPLETON has a staff turnover rate of 47%, which is about average for Wisconsin nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Rennes Health And Rehab Center- Appleton Ever Fined?
RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER- APPLETON has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Rennes Health And Rehab Center- Appleton on Any Federal Watch List?
RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER- APPLETON is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.