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Cedar Crest Health Center
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Janesville, WI
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Exterior view of residential buildings with landscaping. Residents enjoying a meal with staff in a dining area Resident working on a woodworking project in a workshop

Cedar Crest Health Center

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Janesville, WI
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
1702 S River Rd, Janesville, WI 53546 View map
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Overview of Cedar Crest Health Center

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Cedar Crest Health Center in Janesville, Wisconsin, maintains a continuous care setting encompassing independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents residing in independent living access community amenities in private spaces, whereas assisted living adds daily personal assistance and medication support. Secured memory care accommodations provide structured supervision for cognitive needs, and skilled nursing units deliver continuous licensed clinical care alongside short-term rehabilitation services.

In operation since 1963 under administrator David Tanck, the 71-bed community provides housing configurations ranging from independent cottages and apartments to specialized care suites. Nursing records indicate an average of 5 hours and 44 minutes of hands-on care assigned per resident each day.

Grounds feature gardens and walking paths, while internal spaces include a wellness center, fitness classes, a salon, a woodworking shop, and dedicated activity rooms. Religious services take place regularly, pet-friendly policies accommodate resident pets, and payment structures accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Prospective representatives considering a community equipped for transitioning care needs can connect with Cedar Crest Health Center to inquire about housing options, discuss financial coverage, or tour the area.

Facility Direct Line (608) 756-0344
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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.
▲ 66.3% Above WI avg. ▲ 66.3% Above WI avg.WI average: 3.0Click 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.
▲ 75.9% Above WI avg. ▲ 75.9% Above WI avg.WI average: 2.8Click 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.
▲ 37.3% Above WI avg. ▲ 37.3% Above WI avg.WI average: 3.6Click 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.
▼ 1.9% Below WI avg. ▼ 1.9% Below WI avg.WI average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q4 2025 (October 1 – December 31, 2025).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Jun 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 14th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for nurse hours. 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.
↑ 34% · WI 4h 17mThis facility: 5h 44m per resident per day, 34% above the Wisconsin average of 4h 17m (among Wisconsin facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #14 / 164Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 14th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Wisconsin average, with a ranking across 164 Wisconsin facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
5h 44m

Standout metric: Physical therapist is +187% above Wisconsin average

0 of 6 metrics below Wisconsin average

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 Assistant9509517,94092100%7
Registered Nurse210215,45992100%8.3
Licensed Practical Nurse140144,71992100%8.4
Other Dietary Services Staff7071,6608289%6.2
Respiratory Therapist4041,2208896%5.8
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist4041,0406773%6.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician5059847784%7
Clinical Nurse Specialist2028446166%8
Mental Health Service Worker2028196470%7.8
Administrator3035086368%4.1
Speech Language Pathologist3034636571%7
Physical Therapy Assistant2024476065%7.4
Nurse Practitioner1014105762%7.2
Qualified Social Worker3032774043%6.6
Occupational Therapy Aide101765661%1.4
Physical Therapy Aide1011333%4.3
95 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
21 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
7 Other Dietary Services Staff
Coverage 89%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 71 Rank #105 / 197Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 105th out of 197 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Wisconsin facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #43 / 163Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 43rd out of 163 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wisconsin average, with its Statewide rank out of 163. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
83.1% This home usually has availability

Based on 59 residents and 71 beds. Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents (data as of Aug 2026)

Higher than the Wisconsin average: 71.5%
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
66 days

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeSkilled Care
CountyRock
CMS Certification Number525649
Certification TypeTitle 18 SNF Title 19 NF

Awards

2025 U.S. News Best Nursing Homes for Long-Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cedar Crest Health Center is administered by David Tanck.

Owner NameCedar Crest Inc
Profit StatusNonprofit

Contact Information

Fax(608) 756-9275

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Garden
Walking Paths
Library
Wellness Center
Beauty Salon
Game Room
Workshop
Event Spaces
Activities
Exercise Classes

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Cottage / Villa

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CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2023 · 3 years of data · Last health inspection Feb 2025

Total health inspections
2 ↓ 67% · WI 6.1This facility: 2, 67% below the WI average of 6.1 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
5 Rank #8 / 168Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 8th out of 168 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Wisconsin State average, with a ranking across all 168 WI facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 82% · WI 28This facility: 5, 82% below the WI average of 28 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
2.5 Rank #25 / 168Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 25th out of 168 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Wisconsin mean across 168 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 41% · WI 4.24This facility: 2.5, 41% below the WI average of 4.24 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 5 of 5 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 5 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 ↓ 100% · WI 0.9This facility: 0, 100% below the WI average of 0.9 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
0 ↓ 100% · WI 1.1This facility: 0, 100% below the WI average of 1.1 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
5 ↓ 80% · WI 25.5This facility: 5, 80% below the WI average of 25.5 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · WI 0.5This facility: 0, 100% below the WI average of 0.5 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Feb 12, 2025 · 3 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation, 2 of 5 citations · 4 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Feb 12, 2025 3 citations
Administration moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Aug 07, 2023 2 citations
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 5 citations
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation 2 deficiencies (40%)
Resident Rights 1 deficiency (20%)
Nutrition & Dietary 1 deficiency (20%)
Administration 1 deficiency (20%)
How citations are counted

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

3 of 5 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 5 resulted from complaint investigations.

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

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.

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the Wisconsin average.

Data as of Aug 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 3 / 5 Average ↓ 1% · WI 3.0This facility: 3.0, 1% below the WI average of 3.0 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 3 / 5 Average ↑ 4% · WI 2.9This facility: 3.0, 4% above the WI average of 2.9 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 12.6 Score · lower is better ↑ 34% · WI 9.4This facility: 12.6, 34% above the WI average of 9.4 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 26.1 Score · lower is better ↑ 32% · WI 19.8This facility: 26.1, 32% above the WI average of 19.8 (among WI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

13 long-stay measures: 6 better, 5 worse, 2 near WI average

8 short-stay measures: 4 better, 1 near WI average, 3 compared with US only

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

42% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

49% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 58
Medicare
13
22.4% of residents
Medicaid
13
22.4% of residents
Private pay or other
32
55.2% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

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.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2025.

Nonprofit
Operated by a church.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$21.7MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Nonprofit Operated by a church.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$21.7MFiscal year ending 06/2025 Rank #3 / 161Net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 3rd out of 161 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Wisconsin average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$299.6KFiscal year ending 06/2025
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #15 / 161Payroll costs — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 15th out of 161 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Wisconsin average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$12.5MFiscal year ending 06/2025 57.3% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #92 / 161Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 92nd out of 161 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Wisconsin average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$14.8MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$27.3MFiscal year ending 06/2025
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by David Tanck.

This home is owned by Cedar Crest Inc

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 525649

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Who this home usually serves

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.

New residents most often arrive under private pay (49% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 2 - 3 months.

Admissions
344 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 42%
Private pay 49%
Medicaid 8%
Discharges
338 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 31%
Private pay 59%
Medicaid 10%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Crest Health Center

Who is the owner of Cedar Crest Health Center?

Cedar Crest Health Center is legally operated by Cedar Crest Inc, and administered by David Tanck.

What is the occupancy rate at Cedar Crest Health Center?

Cedar Crest Health Center's occupancy is 83.1%.

Are pets allowed at Cedar Crest Health Center?

Yes, Cedar Crest Health Center allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Cedar Crest Health Center?

The team at Cedar Crest Health Center can be reached at info@CedarCrestLife.com.

Does Cedar Crest Health Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Cedar Crest Health Center is registered as a non-profit in WI.

Who is the administrator of Cedar Crest Health Center?

David Tanck is the administrator of Cedar Crest Health Center.

What is the overall rating for Cedar Crest Health Center?

Cedar Crest Health Center received a 5-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.

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