MAPLEWOOD OF SAUK PRAIRIE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Maplewood of Sauk Prairie has a Trust Grade of B+, which indicates that it is above average and recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #44 of 321 nursing homes in Wisconsin, placing it in the top half of facilities statewide, and #2 of 5 in Sauk County, meaning only one local facility is rated higher. The trend is improving, with the number of issues decreasing from 5 in 2024 to just 2 in 2025. Staffing is a strong point, rated 5 out of 5 stars with a turnover rate of 33%, lower than the state average, indicating staff continuity and familiarity with residents. However, there are some weaknesses to consider; while there are no fines reported, RN coverage is less than that of 78% of Wisconsin facilities, which could impact the level of care. Specific incidents noted by inspectors include concerns about proper hand hygiene practices and food safety protocols, such as improperly air-drying kitchenware and storing undated food items, which may pose infection and foodborne illness risks. Overall, while Maplewood has many strengths, families should remain aware of the areas that need improvement.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Wisconsin
- #44/321
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 33% 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 ○ Average
- Each resident gets 41 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Wisconsin. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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4-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
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Staff turnover below average (33%)
15 points below Wisconsin average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
13pts below Wisconsin avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 13 deficiencies on record
Feb 2025
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 that all alleged violations involving abuse, neglect, exploita...
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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 did not ensure that all alleged violations involving abuse, neglect, exploita...
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Sept 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, staff interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure kitchen staff properly air-dried plates prior to storage. This failure had the potential to increase th...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interviews, and staffing document review, the facility failed to ensure daily posted staffing requirements were in place to include the census, number of staff, and number of sta...
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Jun 2024
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
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 all residents are clinically appropriate to...
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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
Grievances
(Tag F0585)
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 make prompt efforts to document, investigate, and resolve grievances ...
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Jan 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
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
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 adequate supervision and safety to prevent accidents from occu...
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Aug 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
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 the provision of pharmaceutical services (including procedures...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0883
(Tag F0883)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility must develop policies and procedures to ensure that residents and/or resident responsible party receives education regarding the benefits and potenti...
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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
Example 3
The facility policy entitled, Infection Control Policy and Procedure, updated 6/23, states in part: . Hand Hygiene: Consistent and proper hand hygiene practices are critical in preventing th...
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Jun 2022
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility did not ensure residents with limited range of motion (ROM) and mobility maintained or improved function unless reduced range of motion/mobility was ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility did not ensure that its medication error rate was 5% or less for 26 medication pass opportunities and 3 of 5 residents observed (R24, R3...
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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 and interview the facility did not maintain a safe and sanitary environment in which food is prepared, stored, and distributed. This has a potential to affect all 79 (R) residents...
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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 B+ (85/100). 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.
- • 33% turnover. Below Wisconsin's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Maplewood Of Sauk Prairie's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MAPLEWOOD OF SAUK PRAIRIE 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 Maplewood Of Sauk Prairie Staffed?
CMS rates MAPLEWOOD OF SAUK PRAIRIE's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 33%, compared to the Wisconsin average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Maplewood Of Sauk Prairie?
State health inspectors documented 13 deficiencies at MAPLEWOOD OF SAUK PRAIRIE during 2022 to 2025. These included: 12 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Maplewood Of Sauk Prairie?
MAPLEWOOD OF SAUK PRAIRIE is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 120 certified beds and approximately 74 residents (about 62% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in SAUK CITY, Wisconsin.
How Does Maplewood Of Sauk Prairie Compare to Other Wisconsin Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Wisconsin, MAPLEWOOD OF SAUK PRAIRIE's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (33%) 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 Maplewood Of Sauk Prairie?
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 Maplewood Of Sauk Prairie Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MAPLEWOOD OF SAUK PRAIRIE 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 Maplewood Of Sauk Prairie Stick Around?
MAPLEWOOD OF SAUK PRAIRIE has a staff turnover rate of 33%, 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 Maplewood Of Sauk Prairie Ever Fined?
MAPLEWOOD OF SAUK PRAIRIE 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 Maplewood Of Sauk Prairie on Any Federal Watch List?
MAPLEWOOD OF SAUK PRAIRIE 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.