Occupancy rate
90%
In line with Wisconsin averageMostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Nursing Home
Badger Prairie Health Care Center
Badger Prairie Health Care Center is located just outside the bustling city of Madison, Wisconsin. With highly trained staff who have a genuine attachment to their residents, this facility provides a level of care that is both effective and compassionate. Families of residents can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in good hands. From the administration to daily care and weekend unit nurses, every member of the team at Badger Prairie Health Care Center has a deep concern for the wellbeing of their residents.
Located just off Highway 151, this facility is easily accessible for visitors and offers a range of services, including PT, OT, speech, and psych services, ensuring that every resident receives comprehensive care. Overall, Badger Prairie Health Care Center is a prime example of excellence in senior care. With their commitment to their residents’ wellbeing, top-tier services, and dedicated staff, they are truly one of the best facilities out there.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
120
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
89.8%
Residents per day (avg)
114
Occupancy rate
89.8%
Residents per day (avg)
114
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
20 days
Private pay
33% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 years
Medicaid
53% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$20.3M
Operating deficit
-$8.7M
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$20,332,468.00
Operating deficit
$-8,667,527.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$14.1M
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.
$14.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$29.0M
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 31 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Wisconsin averageOccupied beds
108 / 120
Average residents
54 per day
License details
Facility type
Skilled Care
County:
DANE
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
525516
Ownership & operating entity
Badger Prairie Health Care Center is legally operated by DANE CO BOARD, and administrated by WILLIAM BROTZMAN.
Profit status:
GOVERNMENT COUNTY
Contact Information
Fax:
(608) 845-1264
Types of Care at Badger Prairie Health Care Center
Skilled Nursing
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Wisconsin average 6
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Total health citations
9
Citations per inspection
3
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
5 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 9 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 0.9
Serious Health citations
1
1
17% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 1.2
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
7 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Sep 10, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect serious citation
Aug 08, 2023
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Aug 08, 2023
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Aug 08, 2023
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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Madison
The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
Badger Prairie Health Care Center
+48%
+50%
+28%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Verona
120
-
31
COUNTY OF DANE
89.8%
$20,299,433.00
$14,067,519.00
69.3%
114
6.4089
-
9
1
+48%+50%+28%-
Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center
+57%
+7%
-1%
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
Madison
100
A+
5
BERNSTEIN, GREGORY
69.5%
$13,103,415.00
$6,270,130.00
47.9%
66.70
4.5745
-
35
3
+57%+7%-1%1 Bed / 2 Bed
Four Winds Manor
-71%
+21%
-1%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Verona
44
-
49
HOWARD, MARY
69.1%
$5,024,583.00
$4,326,573.00
86.1%
33
5.1936
-
28
2
-71%+21%-1%-
Edgerton Care Center
+26%
+17%
-21%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
HC
Hospice Care
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Edgerton
61
F
31
WISCONSIN ILLINOIS SENIOR HOUSING INC
55.0%
$4,833,655.00
$2,942,629.00
60.9%
46
4.9880
1
53
4
+26%+17%-21%-
Mtilp Inc
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
WI 53713
50
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Badger Prairie Health Care Center
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Verona
Bed Count:
120
Operator:
COUNTY OF DANE
CCN:
525516
Occupancy:
89.8%
Home Revenue:
$20,299,433.00
Payroll Costs:
$14,067,519.00
Payroll %:
69.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
114
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
6.4089
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
9
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+48%
+48%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+50%
+50%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+28%
+28%
Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Madison
Bed Count:
100
Operator:
BERNSTEIN, GREGORY
CCN:
525266
Occupancy:
69.5%
Home Revenue:
$13,103,415.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,270,130.00
Payroll %:
47.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
66.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.5745
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
35
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
+57%
+57%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+7%
+7%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Bed Options:
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Four Winds Manor
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Verona
Bed Count:
44
Operator:
HOWARD, MARY
CCN:
525656
Occupancy:
69.1%
Home Revenue:
$5,024,583.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,326,573.00
Payroll %:
86.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
33
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.1936
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
28
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-71%
-71%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+21%
+21%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Edgerton Care Center
Type of care:
AL
HC
SNF
Community:
Edgerton
Bed Count:
61
Operator:
WISCONSIN ILLINOIS SENIOR HOUSING INC
CCN:
525241
Occupancy:
55.0%
Home Revenue:
$4,833,655.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,942,629.00
Payroll %:
60.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
46
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.9880
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
53
Severe Citations:
4
RN share vs State Avg:
+26%
+26%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+17%
+17%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
190
Total Staff
177
Employees
13
Contractors
68,980
Total Hours (Quarter)
98
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 37 | 7.9 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 8.2 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 115 | 7.8 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
156 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
8 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
8 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
4.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
7 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
7 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1.9%
of total hours from contractors
1,344 contractor hours this quarter
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 2
Other Physician: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Medical Director: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 115 | 0 | 115 | 44,074 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 37 | 0 | 37 | 13,700 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,511 | 88 | 97% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,338 | 63 | 69% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,477 | 66 | 73% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,388 | 87 | 96% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 979 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 444 | 56 | 62% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 419 | 59 | 65% | 7.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 334 | 53 | 58% | 6.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 308 | 57 | 63% | 5.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 307 | 51 | 56% | 6 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 2 | 2 | 185 | 41 | 45% | 4.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 155 | 38 | 42% | 4.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 96 | 36 | 40% | 2.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 84 | 32 | 35% | 2.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 40 | 5 | 5% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 38 | 14 | 15% | 2.7 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
115 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicaid
108 residents (93.9%)
Private pay or other
7 residents (6.1%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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.
9.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.3
12% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.3
17% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 22.1
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.0%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 17.6%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
14.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
14.4%
37% better 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
23.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.4%
10% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 26.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.5%
86% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.1%
30% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.1%
30% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 3.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.3%
50% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 4.9%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.0%
40% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 5.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
57.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
57.7%
259% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 16.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.5%
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%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.13
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.13
30% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 1.61
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.76
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.76
65% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 2.19
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
80.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
80.0%
8% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 87.3%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
8.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
8.9%
61% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 22.7%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
4.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
4.2%
72% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 15.0%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 0.8%
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
$0
100% lower than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: $95K
Number of fines
0
100% 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.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
51% more payment denials than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 0.7
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$0
Wisconsin average
$95K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Aug 8, 2023
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Aug 8, 2023
16 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Badger Prairie Health Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
89.8%
↑ 4.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$8,667,527
↓ ~$10.2M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$21,277,011
↑ ~$4.5M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-42.7%
↓ 52.1pp vs 2022
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