NORTHERN LIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER

NORTHERN LIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin

NORTHERN LIGHTS HEALTH CARE… is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin

NORTHERN LIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER

WASHBURN, WI 54891 View Map

NORTHERN LIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin

NORTHERN LIGHTS HEALTH CARE… is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin

icon
Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area icon
Overview of NORTHERN LIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER
Northern Lights Health Care Center provides comprehensive, clinician-led medical care to senior living and long-term care communities. Their services include primary care, wellness management, laboratory management, urgent care, pain management, joint injections, certified wound care, psychiatric treatment, and neurocognitive testing. They focus on partnership, quality, and compassionate care.
(715) 373-5621

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.79/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 50

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Wisconsin average
Occupancy rate 77%
Residents per day (avg) 44
Occupancy rate
77%
Residents per day (avg)
44

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

61% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

37% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Medicaid

3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$5.7M
Operating deficit
-$770.0K
Voluntary non-profit home Other
Home revenue
$5,729,874.00
Operating deficit
$-770,026.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.5M
61.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.0M
Total costs $6.5M
Bed community size
50-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Facility Type
Skilled Care

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 525567
Certification type: Title 18 SNF Title 19 NF
County: BAYFIELD

Ownership & operating entity

NORTHERN LIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER is administrated by NOLAN SANTIKKO.

Owner name: NORTHERN LIGHTS SERVICES, INC.
Profit status: NONPROFIT

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax: (715) 373-1006

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Primary Care, Wellness Management, Laboratory Management, Urgent Care, Pain Management, Joint Injections, Certified Wound Care, Psychiatric Treatment, Neurocognitive Testing

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
Compare Nursing Homes around Wisconsin
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
NORTHERN LIGHTS 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 54891
50
No
DOPPLER, CONNOR
77.0%
$4,910,525.00
$3,531,598.00
71.9%
44.00
3/5
3.7858
2/5
3/5
5/5
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

Places of interest near NORTHERN LIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER

Address 65.7 miles from city center

Address WASHBURN, WI 54891

Calculate Travel Distance to NORTHERN LIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER

Add your location

Address

Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

109
Total Staff
87
Employees
22
Contractors
17,527
Total Hours (Quarter)
25
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse98.5 No
Licensed Practical Nurse159.6 No
Certified Nursing Assistant538.1 No
Staff by Category
Administration
5 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
81 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
2 staff
8.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services
15 staff
4.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
2.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services
3 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
9.7%
of total hours from contractors
1,698 contractor hours this quarter
Feeding Assistant: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant530538,24291100%8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse150152,68691100%9.6
Registered Nurse9091,2368290%8.5
Medication Aide/Technician3031,0227785%8.7
Physical Therapy Aide0449096774%7.1
Other Dietary Services Staff3037507279%7.9
Administrator1015046369%8
Dental Services Staff1014806066%8
Nurse Practitioner1014645864%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014474448%10.2
Speech Language Pathologist0223805965%6.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician0221063842%2.5
Physical Therapy Assistant055954549%1.8
Qualified Social Worker022872730%2.8
Occupational Therapy Aide011484145%1.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant0114789%5.9
Medical Director044161213%1.3
Feeding Assistant011111112%1

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (May 2023 – Nov 2025)

5
Inspections
33
Total Citations
1
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
6.6
Citations/Inspection
Nov 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
1
Moderate (D-F)
30
Serious (G-I)
1
Critical (J-L)
1
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
14
42% of total
Infection Control
4
12% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
4
12% of total
Resident Rights
3
9% of total
Administration
1
3% of total
Pharmacy Services
1
3% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 28
Complaint Investigations 6
State Comparison (WI)
Citations
33
Wisconsin average: 27.3
Critical Citations
1
Wisconsin average: 0.9
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Nov 12, 2025 D Abuse/NeglectF0609 Open
Nov 12, 2025 D Abuse/NeglectF0610 Open
Nov 12, 2025 G Quality of CareF0684 Open
Nov 12, 2025 D Quality of CareF0689 Open
Jul 30, 2025 D Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 F Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 D Quality of CareF0686 Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 D Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 D Quality of CareF0693 Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 D Quality of CareF0697 Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 D Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 E Resident RightsF0550 Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 C Resident RightsF0628 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 J Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
May 22, 2024 F AdministrationF0851 Corrected
May 22, 2024 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
May 22, 2024 E Nursing ServicesF0725 Corrected
May 22, 2024 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
May 22, 2024 D PharmacyF0758 Corrected
May 22, 2024 D Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
May 22, 2024 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
May 22, 2024 D Quality of CareF0686 Corrected
May 22, 2024 E Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
May 22, 2024 D Resident RightsF0625 Corrected
May 10, 2023 D Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
May 10, 2023 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
May 10, 2023 E Infection ControlF0883 Corrected
May 10, 2023 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
May 10, 2023 E Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
May 10, 2023 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
May 10, 2023 D Care PlanningF0637 Corrected
May 10, 2023 D Care PlanningF0655 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
46 Total Residents
Medicare 6 (13%)
Medicaid 30 (65.2%)
Private Pay/Other 10 (21.7%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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
8.0 Score
23% 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
16.7 Score
24% 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
11.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
5.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.7%
Depressive Symptoms
3.6%
Falls with Major Injury
2.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
95.9%
Antipsychotic Use
11.3%
Walking Ability Worsened
19.1%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
1.5%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
19.5%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
81.1% 7% worse than avg Wisconsin: 87.3%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
4.2% 240% worse than avg Wisconsin: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
89.6% 9% better than avg Wisconsin: 82.2%

Penalties & Fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total Fines $16K Wisconsin avg: $95K 83% better than avg
Number of Fines 1 Wisconsin avg: 2.1
Compared to Wisconsin Average Facility: $16K | Wisconsin Avg: $95K
Penalty History

Showing all 1 penalties (Jan 2025 - Jan 2025)

Jan 29, 2025 Civil Money Penalty
$16K

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Nursing Home Data Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Wisconsin Seniors

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
  • 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)
  • 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
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Wisconsin Seniors

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.