Riverdale Health Care Center

Nursing Home

Riverdale Health Care Center

1000 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573 View Map
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Overview of Riverdale Health Care Center

Riverdale Health Care Center, nestled in Muscoda, Wisconsin, prides itself on fostering a solid foundation for health and wellness. Their dedicated clinical nursing team delivers unparalleled service, focusing on subacute and wound care programs tailored to ensure both comfort and rapid recovery. With a comprehensive range of services, including short-term rehab, long-term care, wound care, palliative care, and respite care, they have earned a well-deserved five-star rating.

Their on-site medical care is complemented by enriching therapy and treatment programs, all enhanced by engaging activities designed for seniors. The facility not only provides exceptional care but also creates an environment where residents can thrive, making it a standout choice in the realm of skilled nursing facilities.

(608) 739-3186

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

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

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 8m per day

This home provides 27% less nursing time per resident than the state average.

Wisconsin average: 4h 17m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 58

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Wisconsin average
Occupancy rate 67.3%
Residents per day (avg) 41
Occupancy rate
67.3%
Residents per day (avg)
41

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

16% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

39% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

45% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$5.6M
Operating loss
-$502.1K
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$5,557,089.00
Operating loss
$-502,056.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.6M
28.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.5M
Total costs $6.1M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 37 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Types of Care at Riverdale Health Care Center

Nursing Home
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Address 0.7 miles from city center — 10.37 miles to nearest hospital (Richland Hospital)

Address 1000 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

61
Total Staff
56
Employees
5
Contractors
12,709
Total Hours (Quarter)
17
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse47.1 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse198.5 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant238 No
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
11.6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
49 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Therapy Services
2 staff
2.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
9.1hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
5.1%
of total hours from contractors
652 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Registered Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant230235,77191100%8
Licensed Practical Nurse181193,01191100%8.5
Medication Aide/Technician3038196976%8.8
Registered Nurse3146487178%7.1
Other Dietary Services Staff1015556167%9.1
Medical Director0115202629%20
Administrator2024465763%7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist3033635257%5.8
Mental Health Service Worker1013524448%8
Nurse Practitioner2021682123%8
Occupational Therapy Aide011391213%3.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111778%2.4

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 17

Wisconsin average 6


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 104
Citations per inspection
6.12

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

33 of 104 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 71 of 104 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 3
233% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 0.9


Serious Health citations More info 5
317% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2

3 critical citations More info Wisconsin average: 0.9

5 serious citations More info Wisconsin average: 1.2

95 moderate citations More info Wisconsin average: 24.7

1 minor citation More info Wisconsin average: 0.6
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Aug 25, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Aug 25, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Aug 25, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Aug 25, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Bedrock Healthcare Receivership
Resident Census by Payment Source
39 Total Residents
Medicare 2 (5.1%)
Medicaid 32 (82.1%)
Private Pay/Other 5 (12.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

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

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. 14.8
42% worse 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. 26.4
19% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 18.5%
5% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 17.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 30.3%
33% worse 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 30.3%
16% worse 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 1.2%
63% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 9.7%
78% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.3%
61% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 14.5%
197% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 4.9%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.3%
26% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.0%
13% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 16.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 87.0%
9% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 83.3%
12% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 73.8%
15% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 87.3%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2%

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 $179K
87% 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. 4
504% more payment denials than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 0.7

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $179K
Wisconsin average $95K
Penalty History

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

Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Jul 9, 2025
44 days
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Mar 27, 2025
3 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Dec 16, 2024
$26K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jul 10, 2024
$97K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Family Care Program

WI Medicaid Family Care

Age 65+ or disabled, Wisconsin resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Managed care model; rural/urban balance.

Wisconsin Caregiver Support Program

WI NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Wisconsin resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

High rural demand; ADRC coordination.

IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)

Wisconsin IRIS

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), WI resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

~$2,829/month; QIT optional.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance

Wisconsin SeniorCare

Age 65+, WI resident, US citizen/qualified immigrant, not on full Medicaid.

~$24,980-$34,980/year (Level 1-2B, individual); varies by level.

None.

Four benefit levels; serves ~50,000 annually.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wisconsin Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, WI resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)

Wisconsin WHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, WI resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Covers gas, electric, wood; crisis aid available.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Wisconsin SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WI resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.

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

Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WI resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth).

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Property Tax Deferral Loan Program

Wisconsin Property Tax Deferral Loan

Age 65+, WI resident, homeowner, live in home 6+ months/year.

~$24,980/year (household).

Home equity < $500,000; limited other assets.

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

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wisconsin SFMNP

Age 60+, WI resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

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

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