CEDAR CREST HEALTH CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Cedar Crest Health Center has received a Trust Grade of A, indicating it is an excellent facility that is highly recommended for care. With a state rank of #14 out of 321 in Wisconsin, this places it in the top half, and it ranks #2 out of 10 in Rock County, meaning there is only one local option that is better. However, the facility is experiencing a worsening trend, with issues increasing from 2 in 2023 to 3 in 2025. Staffing is a strong point here, earning a 5/5 star rating and a turnover rate of 35%, which is well below the state average, suggesting that staff members are experienced and familiar with the residents. On the downside, there have been some concerns noted, including improper food safety practices, such as staff not wearing hair restraints correctly while serving food, and issues with medication administration where a resident was allowed to keep an inhaler without proper assessment or orders. Additionally, there were lapses in coordinating care for residents receiving hospice services, reflecting areas that need improvement despite the overall strengths of the facility.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Wisconsin
- #14/321
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 35% turnover. Near Wisconsin's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Wisconsin facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 71 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 ✓ Good
- Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (35%)
13 points below Wisconsin average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
10pts below Wisconsin avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
Feb 2025
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0554
(Tag F0554)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility did not ensure that self-administration of medications was dete...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0849
(Tag F0849)
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 coordination of care and the hospice communication proce...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility did not maintain a safe and sanitary environment in which food is prepared, stored, and distributed. This has the potential to affect a...
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Aug 2023
2 deficiencies
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
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility did not ensure all alleged violations involving misappropriation are reported...
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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
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure an alleged misappropriation was thoroughly investigated and t...
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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.
- • Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Cedar Crest's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns CEDAR CREST HEALTH CENTER 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 Cedar Crest Staffed?
CMS rates CEDAR CREST HEALTH CENTER's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 35%, compared to the Wisconsin average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Cedar Crest?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at CEDAR CREST HEALTH CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 5 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Cedar Crest?
CEDAR CREST HEALTH CENTER is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 71 certified beds and approximately 61 residents (about 86% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in JANESVILLE, Wisconsin.
How Does Cedar Crest Compare to Other Wisconsin Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Wisconsin, CEDAR CREST HEALTH CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (35%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Cedar Crest?
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 Cedar Crest Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, CEDAR CREST HEALTH CENTER 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 Cedar Crest Stick Around?
CEDAR CREST HEALTH CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 35%, 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 Cedar Crest Ever Fined?
CEDAR CREST HEALTH CENTER 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 Cedar Crest on Any Federal Watch List?
CEDAR CREST HEALTH CENTER 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.