Total health inspections
4
Wisconsin average 6
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Riverside
Nursing Home
Riverside is a park in La Crosse, Wisconsin, founded in 1900. It serves as a community hub for events, attracting thousands of visitors each week. The park features a historic band shell and has undergone significant improvements funded by community donations.
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.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
123
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
77.6%
Residents per day (avg)
96
Occupancy rate
77.6%
Residents per day (avg)
96
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
31% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
65% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Medicaid
4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 - 7 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Church
Home revenue
$14.6M
Surplus of revenue
$1.0M
Voluntary non-profit home
Church
Home revenue
$14,598,060.00
Surplus of revenue
$1,023,304.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.2M
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.
$7.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.6M
123-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:
525455
Certification type:
Title 18 SNF Title 19 NF
County:
LA CROSSE
Ownership & operating entity
Riverside is administrated by PATRICK SENZIG.
Owner name:
BETHANY LUTHERAN HOMES INC
Profit status:
NONPROFIT
Contact Information
Fax:
(608) 406-3914
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The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
American Lutheran Home-Mondovi
-24%
-1%
-24%
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
4.2152
1
6
-
-24%-1%-24%
Alden Meadow Park Health Care Center, Inc
+11%
-30%
-1%
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
3.0135
-
16
-
+11%-30%-1%
Riverside
-23%
+18%
+11%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
WI 54601
123
No
SENZIG, PATRICK
77.6%
$14,537,497.00
$6,207,203.00
42.7%
96.10
5.0346
1
9
1
-23%+18%+11%
Alden Estates of Jefferson
+81%
-28%
+38%
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
3.0768
3
53
9
+81%-28%+38%
Allis Care Center
-70%
-36%
-8%
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
2.7526
4
66
9
-70%-36%-8%
American Lutheran Home-Mondovi
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
WI 54755
Bed Count:
35
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
DUHR, AMY
CCN:
525383
Occupancy:
53.5%
Home Revenue:
$2,677,272.00
Payroll Costs:
$1,238,551.00
Payroll %:
46.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
19.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.2152
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
6
RN share vs State Avg:
-24%
-24%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-24%
-24%
Alden Meadow Park Health Care Center, Inc
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
WI 53525
Bed Count:
94
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MICHALSEN, PAUL
CCN:
525508
Occupancy:
69.0%
Home Revenue:
$7,956,437.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,356,781.00
Payroll %:
42.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
62.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.0135
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
16
RN share vs State Avg:
+11%
+11%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-30%
-30%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Riverside
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
WI 54601
Bed Count:
123
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SENZIG, PATRICK
CCN:
525455
Occupancy:
77.6%
Home Revenue:
$14,537,497.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,207,203.00
Payroll %:
42.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
96.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.0346
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
9
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-23%
-23%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+18%
+18%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+11%
+11%
Alden Estates of Jefferson
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
WI 53549
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
BODALSKI, GERARD
CCN:
525271
Occupancy:
96.5%
Home Revenue:
$15,621,800.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,311,949.00
Payroll %:
40.4%
Avg Residents/Day:
108.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.0768
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
3
Citations:
53
Severe Citations:
9
RN share vs State Avg:
+81%
+81%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-28%
-28%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+38%
+38%
Allis Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
WI 53214
Bed Count:
152
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
LEXINGTON HEALTHCARE LLC
CCN:
525108
Occupancy:
64.5%
Home Revenue:
$11,839,719.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,679,960.00
Payroll %:
56.4%
Avg Residents/Day:
82.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.7526
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
4
Citations:
66
Severe Citations:
9
RN share vs State Avg:
-70%
-70%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-36%
-36%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-8%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
189
Total Staff
141
Employees
48
Contractors
46,901
Total Hours (Quarter)
66
Avg Staff/Day
7.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 19 | 8.1 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 9 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 108 | 7.7 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
155 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
9 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
14 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
4 staff
6.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
24.2%
of total hours from contractors
11,352 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 19
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Licensed Practical Nurse: 8
Registered Nurse: 4
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 5
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 89 | 19 | 108 | 24,478 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 15 | 4 | 19 | 6,486 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 9 | 8 | 17 | 5,776 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,296 | 73 | 80% | 8.1 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,247 | 72 | 79% | 8.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,159 | 66 | 73% | 7.7 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,075 | 68 | 75% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 996 | 72 | 79% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 927 | 68 | 75% | 6.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 1 | 3 | 505 | 61 | 67% | 8.3 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 491 | 65 | 71% | 6.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 63% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 329 | 62 | 68% | 5.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 256 | 41 | 45% | 6.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 157 | 62 | 68% | 2.5 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 133 | 29 | 32% | 4.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 79 | 12 | 13% | 6.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 49 | 6 | 7% | 8.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 5% | 1.2 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
9
Citations per inspection
2.25
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
8 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 9 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
11% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 0.9
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 1.2
1 critical citation
0 serious citations
8 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect critical citation
Jan 22, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Aug 29, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Aug 29, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Aug 29, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Part of: Bethany Lutheran Homes INC
Resident Census by Payment Source
96
Total Residents
Medicare
19
(19.8%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
41
(42.7%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
36
(37.5%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
34
Total Specialty Beds
27.6%
of Bed Capacity
34
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds ⓘ
27.6%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.0
44% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
28.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
28.0
26% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 22.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
31.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
31.1%
76% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 17.6%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
24.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
24.2%
6% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 22.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.7%
10% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 26.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.3%
97% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.8%
43% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.4%
39% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 3.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
19% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 4.9%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.2%
36% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 5.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
28.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
28.8%
79% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 16.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.7%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 95.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 95.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
14% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 87.3%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
13% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.0%
20% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 82.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and 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 amount
$22K
77% lower than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: $95K
Number of fines
1
52% fewer fines than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 2.1
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 0.7
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$22K
Wisconsin average
$95K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 22, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 22, 2025
$22K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Riverside based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
77.6%
↓ 4.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1,023,304
↑ ~$78K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7,389,838
↓ ~$421K vs 2022
Profit Margin
7.0%
↑ 0.1pp vs 2022
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