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Amethyst Health of Brown Deer

Amethyst Health of Brown Deer is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin

Amethyst Health of Brown… is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin

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Amethyst Health of Brown Deer

MILWAUKEE, WI 53223 View Map

Amethyst Health of Brown Deer is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin

Amethyst Health of Brown… is a Nursing Home in Wisconsin

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Overview of Amethyst Health of Brown Deer
Amethyst Health of Brown Deer is an 87-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center dedicated to personalized care and healing. It offers skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, sub-acute care, long-term care, and lifestyle services. The facility provides 24/7 nursing support in a comfortable, home-like environment.
(414) 371-7500
(414) 371-7500 support@amethysthealthcenters.com

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.22/day Wisconsin avg: 4.28/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
Wisconsin avg: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Wisconsin avg: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Wisconsin avg: 3.6/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5
Wisconsin avg: 3.1/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 87

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Wisconsin average
Occupancy rate 63.2%
Residents per day (avg) 58
Occupancy rate
63.2%
Residents per day (avg)
58

Who this home usually serves

Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
How we assess these insights Show admissions and discharges

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

9% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 11 years

Private pay

51% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

40% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 17 days

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12.2M
Operating loss
-$51.8K
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$12,243,339.00
Operating loss
$-51,814.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.3M
34.7% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.0M
Total costs $12.3M

This home is administrated by JENSEN PATRICK.

This home is owned by Walley, Victoria

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 525498

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Bed community size
87-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: 525498
Certification type: Title 18 SNF Title 19 NF
County: MILWAUKEE

Ownership & operating entity

Amethyst Health of Brown Deer is administrated by JENSEN PATRICK.

Owner name: BROWN DEER HEALTH OPCO LLC
Profit status: FOR PROFIT

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

All Levels of Care

Skilled Nursing Care
Rehabilitation Services
Sub-Acute Care
Long-Term Care

Contact Information

Fax: (414) 371-7548

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
housekeeping
activities
transportation to appointments

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing Care, Rehabilitation Services, Sub-Acute Care, Long-Term Care, Lifestyle Services
Operating Hours
Monday-Friday: 9 AM - 4 PM

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The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
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IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Milwaukee (Murray Hill)
$5,134 - $7,789
74
Yes
92
GUDEX, TYLER
88.5%
$9,576,885.00
$6,994,505.00
73%
39.70
5/5
5.1529
5/5
5/5
5/5
16
17
1
-47%
+20%
+26%
Edenbrook Lakeside
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

WI 53202
-
130
No
-
REYNOLDS, SANDRA
71.0%
$11,469,806.00
$6,167,189.00
53.8%
84.10
2/5
3.0188
2/5
3/5
4/5
2
31
3
+5%
-29%
+1%
Ascension Living Milwaukee
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Milwaukee (Northridge)
-
201
No
28
BACHLEITNER, JOAN
51.1%
$21,722,719.00
$5,791,091.00
26.7%
84.80
1/5
3.7425
1/5
3/5
3/5
2
50
4
-35%
-12%
-27%
Amethyst Health of Brown Deer
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

WI 53223
-
87
No
-
WALLEY, VICTORIA
63.2%
$11,328,280.00
$4,250,683.00
37.5%
58.00
1/5
3.2226
1/5
2/5
3/5
3
65
5
+40%
-25%
-10%
Canterbury Court – Milwaukee
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Milwaukee (Avenues West)
-
188
Yes
77
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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-
-
-
-
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Eastcastle Place Eastcastle Place
Type of care: AL IL MC SNF
Community: Milwaukee (Murray Hill)
Rate Range: $5,134 - $7,789
Bed Count: 74
Pets Allowed: Yes
Operator: GUDEX, TYLER
CCN: 525085
Occupancy: 88.5%
Home Revenue: $9,576,885.00
Payroll Costs: $6,994,505.00
Payroll %: 73%
Avg Residents/Day: 39.70
Overall Rating: 5/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 5.1529
Health Insp Rating: 5/5
Staffing Rating: 5/5
QM Rating: 5/5
Number of Fines: 16
Citations: 17
Severe Citations: 1
RN share vs State Avg: -47%
Staffing vs State Avg: +20%
Occupancy vs State Avg: +26%
Edenbrook Lakeside
Type of care: SNF AL
Community: WI 53202
Bed Count: 130
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: REYNOLDS, SANDRA
CCN: 525319
Occupancy: 71.0%
Home Revenue: $11,469,806.00
Payroll Costs: $6,167,189.00
Payroll %: 53.8%
Avg Residents/Day: 84.10
Overall Rating: 2/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.0188
Health Insp Rating: 2/5
Staffing Rating: 3/5
QM Rating: 4/5
Number of Fines: 2
Citations: 31
Severe Citations: 3
RN share vs State Avg: +5%
Staffing vs State Avg: -29%
Occupancy vs State Avg: +1%
Ascension Living Milwaukee Ascension Living Milwaukee
Type of care: SNF AL
Community: Milwaukee (Northridge)
Bed Count: 201
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: BACHLEITNER, JOAN
CCN: 525523
Occupancy: 51.1%
Home Revenue: $21,722,719.00
Payroll Costs: $5,791,091.00
Payroll %: 26.7%
Avg Residents/Day: 84.80
Overall Rating: 1/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.7425
Health Insp Rating: 1/5
Staffing Rating: 3/5
QM Rating: 3/5
Number of Fines: 2
Citations: 50
Severe Citations: 4
RN share vs State Avg: -35%
Staffing vs State Avg: -12%
Occupancy vs State Avg: -27%
Amethyst Health of Brown Deer Amethyst Health of Brown Deer
Type of care: SNF AL
Community: WI 53223
Bed Count: 87
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: WALLEY, VICTORIA
CCN: 525498
Occupancy: 63.2%
Home Revenue: $11,328,280.00
Payroll Costs: $4,250,683.00
Payroll %: 37.5%
Avg Residents/Day: 58.00
Overall Rating: 1/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.2226
Health Insp Rating: 1/5
Staffing Rating: 2/5
QM Rating: 3/5
Number of Fines: 3
Citations: 65
Severe Citations: 5
RN share vs State Avg: +40%
Staffing vs State Avg: -25%
Occupancy vs State Avg: -10%
Canterbury Court – Milwaukee Canterbury Court – Milwaukee
Type of care: AL IL MC SNF
Community: Milwaukee (Avenues West)
Bed Count: 188
Pets Allowed: Yes
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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

158
Total Staff
95
Employees
63
Contractors
27,102
Total Hours (Quarter)
38
Avg Staff/Day
7.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role ⓘ Count ⓘ Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ Uses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse 29 8.7 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse 19 8.5 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant 70 7.6 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
119 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
1 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
18 staff
5.6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
10 staff
9hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
3.8%
of total hours from contractors
1,023 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 38 Licensed Practical Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Registered Nurse: 21 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1
Role ⓘ Employees ⓘ Contractors ⓘ Total Staff ⓘ Total Hours ⓘ Days Worked ⓘ % of Days ⓘ Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant 32 38 70 11,088 91 100% 7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse 18 1 19 5,734 91 100% 8.5
Qualified Activities Professional 9 0 9 2,700 91 100% 9
Registered Nurse 8 21 29 2,465 91 100% 8.7
Other Dietary Services Staff 3 0 3 903 75 82% 8
Speech Language Pathologist 4 0 4 535 65 71% 5.5
Administrator 1 0 1 528 64 70% 8.3
Physical Therapy Aide 4 0 4 525 70 77% 7.3
Physical Therapy Assistant 4 0 4 483 65 71% 4.9
RN Director of Nursing 1 0 1 465 67 74% 6.9
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 436 60 66% 7.3
Dental Services Staff 2 0 2 400 52 57% 7.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician 4 0 4 322 44 48% 7
Qualified Social Worker 3 0 3 234 40 44% 5.9
Occupational Therapy Aide 0 1 1 127 46 51% 2.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 1 1 114 16 18% 7.1
Medical Director 0 1 1 30 6 7% 5
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist 1 0 1 13 2 2% 6.3
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Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 7
17% above Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 6.0

Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total Health citations 65
138% above Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 27.3

9.29 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 48 citations
Complaint investigations 31 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations 1
11% above Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 0.9
Serious Health citations 4
233% above Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 1.2
Moderate Health citations 59
Minor Health citations 1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Apr 29, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Mar 17, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation Mar 17, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation Mar 17, 2025
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: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
61 Total Residents
Medicare 4 (6.6%) ⓘ
Medicaid 55 (90.2%) ⓘ
Private Pay/Other 2 (3.3%) ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
13 Total Specialty Beds
14.9% of Bed Capacity
13
Ventilator Beds ⓘ
14.9%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group ⓘ
Family Engagement

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

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source. Specialized beds indicate capacity for specific care needs.

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 11.7
12% worse than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 10.5
Functional decline score 21.4
Near Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 22.1
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 19.1%
9% above Wisconsin average.
Walking Ability Worsened 23.6%
4% above Wisconsin average.
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 21.3%
18% below Wisconsin average.
Safety & clinical stability
Falls with Major Injury 2.9%
10% below Wisconsin average.
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 6.8%
26% above Wisconsin average.
Urinary Tract Infection 1.5%
54% below Wisconsin average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing
Depressive Symptoms 0.0%
100% below Wisconsin average.
Antipsychotic Use 11.9%
26% below Wisconsin average.
Preventive care
Pneumococcal Vaccine 90.4%
6% below Wisconsin average.
Influenza Vaccine 98.4%
4% above Wisconsin average.
Nutrition & physical health
Lost Too Much Weight 6.2%
26% above Wisconsin average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 93.9%
8% better than Wisconsin average
Antipsychotic medication increase 1.4%
11% worse than Wisconsin average
Influenza Vaccine 83.8%
Near Wisconsin average

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 $375K
This home paid 293% more in fines than the state average.
Wisconsin average: $95K
Number of Fines 3
This home received 45% more fines than the state average.
Wisconsin average: 2.1
Payment Denials 2
This home had 202% more payment denials than the state average.
Wisconsin average: 0.7
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Mar 17, 2025
$267K
Civil Money Penalty Oct 30, 2024
$25K
Payment Denial Oct 30, 2024
10 days
Civil Money Penalty Sep 13, 2023
$84K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Family Care Program

WI Medicaid Family Care

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.

Wisconsin Caregiver Support Program

WI NFCSP Respite

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.

IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)

Wisconsin IRIS

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.

SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance

Wisconsin SeniorCare

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.

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.

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.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Wisconsin 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.

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.

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%.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wisconsin 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.

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