Beaver Dam Health Care Center
Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing & Respite Care · Beaver Dam, WI
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Beaver Dam Health Care Center

Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing & Respite Care · Beaver Dam, WI
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Beaver Dam Health Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Beaver Dam Health Care Center

Beaver Dam Health Care Center, found amidst the vibrant Wisconsin, emerges as a close-knit community with 90 beds, radiating a warm and familiar atmosphere. As a proud member of Bedrock Healthcare, their commitment to clinical excellence is evident. They specialize in catering to complex healthcare needs, offering long-term nursing and dementia care services. With Medicare certification and Medicaid assistance, they provide comprehensive post-operative care, wound care, and rehabilitative therapy, offering invaluable support to numerous families and seniors.

Their specialist programming, encompassing pulmonary, orthopedic, cardiac care, and more, ensures that residents receive top-notch attention. Amidst the comforting ambiance, this Medicare nursing home stands as a source of support, offering a secure and supportive environment for long-term care, making it a standout choice in the field of senior healthcare facilities.

(920) 887-7191

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 66.7% Below WI avg. ▼ 66.7% Below WI avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 64.3% Below WI avg. ▼ 64.3% Below WI avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 44.8% Below WI avg. ▼ 44.8% Below WI avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 28.5% Above WI avg. ▲ 28.5% Above WI avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Wisconsin state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 130th out of 172 homes in Wisconsin. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 23m per day
Rank #130 / 172Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 172 homes in Wisconsin. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Wisconsin average, with a ranking across 172 Wisconsin SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Wisconsin avg (4h 17m per day)
vs Wisconsin avg
-21%

4 of 5 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +5% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 21m per day ▼ 64% State avg: 58m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 40m per day ▲ 5% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 1h 36m per day ▼ 38% State avg: 2h 35m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 35m per day ▼ 30% State avg: 3h 43m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 13m per day ▼ 67% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Types of Care at Beaver Dam Health Care Center

Skilled Nursing Respite Care

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Higher occupancy than the Wisconsin average: 70%
Occupancy rate 78.5% Rank #169 / 404Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 169th out of 404 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wisconsin average, with its Statewide rank out of 404. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay 132 days
Occupancy rate
78.5% Rank #169 / 404Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 169th out of 404 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wisconsin average, with its Statewide rank out of 404. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
132 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 35 / 100 Rank #339 / 581Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 339th out of 581 homes in Wisconsin. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Wisconsin SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping & Linen Services
Dietary Services
On-Site Beauty Shop
Lovely Courtyard & Patio
Resident Council
Religious Services
Engaging Recreation Programs
ActivitiesEngaging recreation programs including musical entertainment, special events, crafts, and games.
Specific ProgramsShort Term Rehab, Hospice Palliative Care
Religious ServicesYes
Volunteer ProgramsYes
Operating Hours24/7

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionHome-Style Dining with a wide range of delicious and healthy menu options served three times a day.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 78
Employees 77
Contractors 1
Staff to resident ratio 1.15:1
54% worse than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average ratio: 2.48:1 Wisconsin average ratio: 2.48:1See full Wisconsin ranking
Avg staff/day 27
Average shift 8.1 hours
11% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 7.3 hours Wisconsin average shift: 7.3 hoursSee full Wisconsin ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 20,189

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 8
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 47
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0%

10 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant4704711,21492100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse8083,30292100%10
Registered Nurse7072,1969199%8.1
Medication Aide/Technician5058767480%7.6
Administrator2026884347%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist2025935762%7.9
Physical Therapist1014405661%7.9
Occupational Therapy Aide1013444347%8
Nurse Practitioner1012643336%8
Mental Health Service Worker1012483134%8
Medical Director1011533%4.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111022%4.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician101111%1
47 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
8 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
5 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 80%
2 Administrator
% of Days 47%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 62%
1 Physical Therapist
% of Days 61%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 47%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 36%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 34%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 2%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 1%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2023-2025

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 $145K Rank #165 / 174Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 165th out of 174 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Wisconsin average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 174 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
52% higher than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: $95K

Number of fines 4
94% more fines than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 2.1

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 3
353% more payment denials than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 0.7

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $145K
Wisconsin average $95K
Penalty History

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

6 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Feb 26, 2025
18 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 25, 2024
$46K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Jun 25, 2024
12 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Dec 13, 2023
$50K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 6.8
35% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 11.2
49% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.1

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Wisconsin avg: 3.0 Info 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 Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 5.4%
69% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 17.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 7.9%
65% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 20.3%
22% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 26.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.3%
In line with Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 12.1%
122% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.9%
70% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.5%
13% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 4.9%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.0%
49% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 16.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.6%
In line with Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 93.7%
In line with Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Average Wisconsin avg: 2.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 82.7%
5% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 87.3%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.5%
101% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 73.0%
11% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 82.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 16.6%
27% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.7%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 28.5%
90% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 15.0%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 78.3%
46% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 43.3%
14% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

64% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 68
Medicare
7
10.3% of residents
Medicaid
22
32.4% of residents
Private pay or other
39
57.4% of residents
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.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$9.5M
Profit
$274.8K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$9.5M Rank #79 / 177Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 177 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Wisconsin SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$274.8K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #64 / 177Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 64th out of 177 homes in Wisconsin. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Wisconsin average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$5.8M
61% of revenue Rank #61 / 177Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 177 homes in Wisconsin. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Wisconsin average. Well-run Wisconsin SNFs typically land around 62–74% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.4M
Total costs $9.2M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Beaver Dam's city center to Beaver Dam Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.22 miles to nearest hospital (Infinity HealthCare)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Wisconsin

Beaver Dam Health Care Center is located in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin.
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Family Care Program

WI Medicaid Family Care

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Managed care model; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
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

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Wisconsin resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WI

High rural demand; ADRC coordination.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WI resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WI

Flexible budget; serves ~20,000; participant hires caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (custom hours) Respite Home mods Equipment Transportation Support services

SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance

Wisconsin SeniorCare

Age 65+
General 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

Four benefit levels; serves ~50,000 annually.

Benefits
$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

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)

Wisconsin WHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WI resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WI

Covers gas, electric, wood; crisis aid available.

Benefits
Heating/electric aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Weatherization

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Deferral Loan Program

Wisconsin Property Tax Deferral Loan

Age 65+
General 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

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; interest ~2%-3%.

Benefits
Deferred tax payment (~$500-$1,500/year avg.)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wisconsin SFMNP

Age 60+
General WI resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WI

Vouchers (~$45/season); serves ~15,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$45/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Beaver Dam Health Care Center

Is Beaver Dam Health Care Center in a walkable area?

Beaver Dam Health Care Center has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Beaver Dam Health Care Center?

Beaver Dam Health Care Center's occupancy is 78.5%.

What is the phone number of Beaver Dam Health Care Center?

(920) 887-7191 will put you in contact with the team at Beaver Dam Health Care Center.

Is Beaver Dam Health Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Beaver Dam Health Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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