Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
COLUMBIA HEALTH CARE CENTER
COLUMBIA HEALTH CARE CENTER is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin
COLUMBIA HEALTH CARE CENTER is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin
COLUMBIA HEALTH CARE CENTER
COLUMBIA HEALTH CARE CENTER is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin
COLUMBIA HEALTH CARE CENTER is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin
Columbia Health Care Center is located in Wyocena, Wisconsin. It provides long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care services. The facility is committed to meeting the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of its residents.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
85
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
66.4%
Residents per day (avg)
61
Occupancy rate
66.4%
Residents per day (avg)
61
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
48% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
29 days
Private pay
47% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
8 - 9 months
Medicaid
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 years
Finances and operations
Governmental home
County
Home revenue
$7.7M
Operating deficit
-$219
Governmental home
County
Home revenue
$7,703,417.00
Operating deficit
$-219.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$7.7M
85-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Facility Type
Skilled Care
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
525372
Certification type:
Title 18 SNF Title 19 NF
County:
COLUMBIA
Ownership & operating entity
COLUMBIA HEALTH CARE CENTER is administrated by AMY YAMRISKA.
Owner name:
COLUMBIA COUNTY
Profit status:
GOVERNMENT COUNTY
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Fax:
(608) 429-2281
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Long Term Care, Memory Care Neighborhood, Comfort Care Room, Person Directed Care, Rehabilitation, Respite Care, Activities, Volunteer Opportunities
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.Compare Nursing Homes around Wisconsin
COLUMBIA HEALTH CARE CENTER
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
WI 53969
95
No
COUNTY OF COLUMBIA
66.4%
$7,541,041.00
$4,301,845.00
57%
60.80
5/5
4.7767
5/5
5/5
4/5
-
AMERICAN LUTHERAN HOME-MONDOVI
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
WI 54755
35
No
DUHR, AMY
53.5%
$2,677,272.00
$1,238,551.00
46.3%
19.40
5/5
4.2152
4/5
5/5
4/5
1
ALDEN MEADOW PARK HEALTH CARE CENTER, INC
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
WI 53525
94
No
MICHALSEN, PAUL
69.0%
$7,956,437.00
$3,356,781.00
42.2%
62.50
2/5
3.0135
3/5
1/5
4/5
-
ALDEN ESTATES OF JEFFERSON
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
WI 53549
120
No
BODALSKI, GERARD
96.5%
$15,621,800.00
$6,311,949.00
40.4%
108.40
1/5
3.0768
1/5
1/5
3/5
3
ALLIS CARE CENTER
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
WI 53214
152
No
LEXINGTON HEALTHCARE LLC
64.5%
$11,839,719.00
$6,679,960.00
56.4%
82.50
1/5
2.7526
1/5
1/5
3/5
4
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
117
Total Staff
103
Employees
14
Contractors
30,670
Total Hours (Quarter)
45
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 20 | 8.3 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 8.4 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 7.4 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6.2hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
92 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
8.5hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
12 staff
4.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
3.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
4.9%
of total hours from contractors
1,505 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 0 | 63 | 16,570 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 20 | 0 | 20 | 5,197 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,466 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,617 | 65 | 71% | 8.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,151 | 77 | 85% | 6.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 493 | 63 | 69% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 491 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 357 | 63 | 69% | 5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 238 | 65 | 71% | 3.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 224 | 28 | 31% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 199 | 55 | 60% | 3.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 92 | 12 | 13% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 91 | 47 | 52% | 1.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 6 | 7% | 3.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 19 | 21% | 0.7 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Jan 2023 – Feb 2025)
2
Inspections
3
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
1.5
Citations/Inspection
Feb 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
1
33% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
33% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
3
Complaint Investigations
1
State Comparison (WI)
Citations
3
Wisconsin average: 27.3
Critical Citations
0
Wisconsin average: 0.9
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0690 | Corrected |
| Jan 05, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Jan 05, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: County Government
Resident Census by Payment Source
59
Total Residents
Medicare
5
(8.5%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
31
(52.5%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
23
(39%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
22
Total Specialty Beds
23.2%
of Bed Capacity
22
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds ⓘ
23.2%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
7.9
Score
25% better than avg
Wisconsin avg: 10.5
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
13.5
Score
39% better than avg
Wisconsin avg: 22.1
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
16.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
2.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.5%
Depressive Symptoms
0.0%
Falls with Major Injury
4.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
16.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
13.3%
Influenza Vaccine
98.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
2.6%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
11.2%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
95.2%
9% better than avg
Wisconsin: 87.3%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.0%
100% better than avg
Wisconsin: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
95.6%
16% better than avg
Wisconsin: 82.2%
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for COLUMBIA HEALTH CARE CENTER based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
66.4%
↓ 2.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$219
↓ $217 vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,210,775
↑ ~$531K vs 2022
Profit Margin
0.0%
→ 0.0pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Family Care Program
WI Medicaid Family Care
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Wisconsin resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- WI Specifics: Managed care model; rural/urban balance.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
Wisconsin Caregiver Support Program
WI NFCSP Respite
Official government program page
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Wisconsin resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- WI Specifics: High rural demand; ADRC coordination.
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)
Wisconsin IRIS
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), WI resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- WI Specifics: Flexible budget; serves ~20,000; participant hires caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (custom hours), respite, home mods, equipment, transportation, support services.
SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance
Wisconsin SeniorCare
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, WI resident, US citizen/qualified immigrant, not on full Medicaid.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$24,980-$34,980/year (Level 1-2B, individual); varies by level.
- Asset Limits: None.
- WI Specifics: Four benefit levels; serves ~50,000 annually.
- Services: $5 generic/$15 brand copays (Level 1); deductibles ($500-$850) for higher levels; covers most Rx drugs.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Wisconsin Medicare Savings Program
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, WI resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- WI Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)
Wisconsin WHEAP
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, WI resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WI Specifics: Covers gas, electric, wood; crisis aid available.
- Services: Heating/electric aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max), weatherization.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Wisconsin SCSEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WI resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified.
- WI Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WI resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth).
- WI Specifics: High rural veteran use; supports care costs.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Property Tax Deferral Loan Program
Wisconsin Property Tax Deferral Loan
- General: Age 65+, WI resident, homeowner, live in home 6+ months/year.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$24,980/year (household).
- Asset Limits: Home equity < $500,000; limited other assets.
- WI Specifics: Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; interest ~2%-3%.
- Services: Deferred tax payment (~$500-$1,500/year avg.).
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Wisconsin SFMNP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, WI resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WI Specifics: Vouchers (~$45/season); serves ~15,000 annually.
- Services: Vouchers (~$45/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
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WI Medicaid Family Care
Family Care Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, Wisconsin resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WI Specifics:Managed care model; rural/urban balance.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
WI NFCSP Respite
Wisconsin Caregiver Support Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Wisconsin resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- WI Specifics:High rural demand; ADRC coordination.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Wisconsin IRIS
IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), WI resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- WI Specifics:Flexible budget; serves ~20,000; participant hires caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (custom hours), respite, home mods, equipment, transportation, support services.
Wisconsin SeniorCare
SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, WI resident, US citizen/qualified immigrant, not on full Medicaid.
- Income Limits (2025):~$24,980-$34,980/year (Level 1-2B, individual); varies by level.
- Asset Limits:None.
- WI Specifics:Four benefit levels; serves ~50,000 annually.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: $5 generic/$15 brand copays (Level 1); deductibles ($500-$850) for higher levels; covers most Rx drugs.
Wisconsin Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, WI resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits:$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- WI Specifics:Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Wisconsin WHEAP
Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, WI resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- WI Specifics:Covers gas, electric, wood; crisis aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/electric aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max), weatherization.
Wisconsin SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WI resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified.
- WI Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WI resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025):Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits:~$155,356 (net worth).
- WI Specifics:High rural veteran use; supports care costs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Wisconsin Property Tax Deferral Loan
Property Tax Deferral Loan Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, WI resident, homeowner, live in home 6+ months/year.
- Income Limits (2025):~$24,980/year (household).
- Asset Limits:Home equity < $500,000; limited other assets.
- WI Specifics:Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; interest ~2%-3%.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Deferred tax payment (~$500-$1,500/year avg.).
Wisconsin SFMNP
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, WI resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- WI Specifics:Vouchers (~$45/season); serves ~15,000 annually.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Vouchers (~$45/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
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