LAKEVIEW HEALTH CENTER
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Lakeview Health Center has received a Trust Grade of A, which means it is considered excellent and highly recommended for care. It ranks #42 out of 321 nursing homes in Wisconsin, placing it in the top half of facilities in the state, and #1 out of 7 in La Crosse County, indicating it is the best option locally. The facility is improving, having reduced issues from three in 2024 to two in 2025. Staffing is a strong point, with a perfect 5-star rating and a 40% turnover rate, which is better than the state average, suggesting that staff are experienced and familiar with residents' needs. However, there are some concerns; for instance, staff were found not wearing proper hair restraints while preparing food, which could affect food safety, and there were instances of not following dietary restrictions for residents, raising potential health risks. Overall, while Lakeview Health Center shows many strengths, families should be aware of these specific issues as they consider care options.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Wisconsin
- #42/321
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 40% 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 95 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 (40%)
8 points below Wisconsin average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Wisconsin avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0808
(Tag F0808)
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 residents receive and consume foods in the approp...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
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 establish and maintain an infection prevention and contr...
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May 2024
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility did not ensure the privacy and confidentiality of resident medical records. Surveyor observed staff leave the Medication Administration Record (MAR) op...
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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, interview and record review, the facility did not prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. Staff were observed not w...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Example 2
R22 was admitted on [DATE] with a Suprapubic catheter and on Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP).
R2 was admitted on [D...
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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 Lakeview's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns LAKEVIEW 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 Lakeview Staffed?
CMS rates LAKEVIEW HEALTH CENTER's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 40%, compared to the Wisconsin average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Lakeview?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at LAKEVIEW HEALTH CENTER during 2024 to 2025. These included: 5 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Lakeview?
LAKEVIEW HEALTH CENTER is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 49 certified beds and approximately 49 residents (about 100% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in WEST SALEM, Wisconsin.
How Does Lakeview Compare to Other Wisconsin Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Wisconsin, LAKEVIEW HEALTH CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (40%) 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 Lakeview?
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 Lakeview Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, LAKEVIEW 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 Lakeview Stick Around?
LAKEVIEW HEALTH CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 40%, 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 Lakeview Ever Fined?
LAKEVIEW 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 Lakeview on Any Federal Watch List?
LAKEVIEW 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.