Occupancy rate
69%
In line with Wisconsin averageMix 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.
Pine Crest Nursing Home
Nursing Home in Wisconsin
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Pine Crest Nursing Home
Nursing Home in Wisconsin
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Pine Crest Health and Memory Care is a skilled nursing and memory care facility located in Merrill, Wisconsin. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, and in-house therapy. The facility features 120 beds and provides a variety of activities to keep residents engaged.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 58th out of 181 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.
This home is ranked 58th out of 181 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.
4h 34m per day
vs Wisconsin avg
+8%
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
120
Avg. Length of Stay
401 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
52% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by city authorities.
Home revenue
$13.7M
Surplus of revenue
$504.1K
Governmental community
Operated by city authorities.
Home revenue
$13.7M
Surplus of revenue
$504.1K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.3M
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.
$7.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.2M
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Wisconsin averageOccupied beds
82 / 120
Average residents
54 per day
Facility TypeSkilled Care
CountyLincoln
CMS Certification Number525326
Certification TypeTitle 18 SNF Title 19 NF
Pine Crest Nursing Home is administrated by Ryan Hanson.
Owner NameLINCOLN COUNTY
Profit StatusGOVERNMENT COUNTY
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Doctor on Staff
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Hospice Care
In-House Therapy
Fax(715) 539-3202
ActivitiesMonthly activity calendar packed with options designed to help residents stay active.
Specific ProgramsIn-House Therapy, Stay Active
Food DescriptionNutritious satisfying menus.
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
7
Wisconsin average 6
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Total health citations
16
Wisconsin average 27.3
Citations per inspection
2.29
Wisconsin average 4.19
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 16 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
0
0
100% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 1.2
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
14 moderate citations
2 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Aug 27, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Aug 27, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 18, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 18, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
May 01, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
May 01, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services minor citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
May 01, 2025
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
May 01, 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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Wisconsin The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
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| Pine Crest Nursing Home |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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| A Colfax Senior Living LLC |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Colfax | - | 58 | - | - | - |
| Achievements |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Union Grove | - | 50 | - | - | - |
| Alden Estates of Jefferson |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Jefferson | - | 120 | - | - | - |
| Alden Meadow Park Health Care Center, Inc |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Clinton | - | 94 | - | - | - |
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
148
Employees
100
Contractors
48
Staff to resident ratio
2.03:1
16% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average ratio: 2.41:1
Avg staff/day
54
Average shift
7.5 hours
0% compared with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 7.3 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
36,917
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
28
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
22
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
66
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
25.5%
9,402 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 18
Licensed Practical Nurse: 15
Registered Nurse: 7
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Medical Director: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 48 | 18 | 66 | 17,244 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 15 | 22 | 5,570 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 21 | 7 | 28 | 5,141 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,819 | 67 | 74% | 8.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,513 | 79 | 87% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,364 | 70 | 77% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 685 | 62 | 68% | 8.4 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 470 | 62 | 68% | 7.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 61 | 67% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 446 | 58 | 64% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 433 | 53 | 58% | 8.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 418 | 58 | 64% | 7.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 351 | 59 | 65% | 6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 332 | 61 | 67% | 5.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 324 | 62 | 68% | 5.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 306 | 44 | 48% | 5.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 41 | 18 | 20% | 2.3 |
66 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
22 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
28 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
74%
11 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
87%
3 Dietitian
% of Days
77%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Administrator
% of Days
67%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
64%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
58%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
64%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
65%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
67%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
68%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
48%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
20%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
73
Medicare
7
9.6% of residents
Medicaid
56
76.7% of residents
Private pay or other
10
13.7% 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.
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.
11.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.9
13% 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.
23.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.5
6% 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
16.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
16.8%
5% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 17.6%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
28.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
28.9%
27% 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
24.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.7%
5% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 26.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.9%
8% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.5%
42% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 3.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.6%
6% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 4.9%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.1%
60% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 5.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.7%
8% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 16.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.8%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 95.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.7%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 95.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.2%
10% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 87.3%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
19% 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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Pine Crest Nursing Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
68.7%
↓ 2.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$504.1K
↓ ~$3.0M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$8.2M
↓ ~$627.8K vs 2022
Profit Margin
4.5%
↑ 0.7pp vs 2022
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