Total staff
338
Employees
200
Contractors
138
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
St. Mary’s Care Center
Nursing Home · Madison, WI
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
St. Mary’s Care Center
Nursing Home · Madison, WI
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
St. Mary’s Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
St. Mary’s Care Center is a faith-based nursing home in Madison, WI, that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. Top-notch support is also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs, ensuring they can recover with ease. The community also participates in Medicare and Medicaid to ease financial burdens.
Recreational activities and light exercises are also conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With physical, occupational, and speech therapy, residents can live to their potential in retirement. The nursing home’s wide range of care options and state-of-the-art amenities create the ideal setting where older adults can find the care they need.
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 50th 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.
This home is ranked 50th 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.
4h 43m per day
Rank #50 / 172Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th 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.
vs Wisconsin avg
+10%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Weekend Total Nursing
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.
| 4h 25m per day |
Types of Care at St. Mary’s Care Center
Nursing Home
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
58.7%
Rank #312 / 404Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 312th 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
275 days
Occupancy rate
58.7%
Rank #312 / 404Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 312th 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
275 days
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #285 / 581Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 285th 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.
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
3.63:1
46% better than Wisconsin average
Avg staff/day
73
Average shift
8.4 hours
15% better than Wisconsin average
Total staff hours (quarter)
56,308
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
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
47
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
43
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
179
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
14.3%
8,055 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 71
Registered Nurse: 26
Licensed Practical Nurse: 22
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6
Physical Therapy Assistant: 5
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 108 | 71 | 179 | 28,012 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 21 | 26 | 47 | 8,083 | 92 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 22 | 43 | 6,405 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,914 | 88 | 96% | 8.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,507 | 83 | 90% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,224 | 79 | 86% | 8.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 13 | 0 | 13 | 1,096 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 822 | 65 | 71% | 6.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 723 | 76 | 83% | 6.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 644 | 67 | 73% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 604 | 75 | 82% | 6.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 65% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 450 | 57 | 62% | 7.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 429 | 68 | 74% | 6.3 |
| Dietitian | 8 | 0 | 8 | 418 | 39 | 42% | 7.6 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 25 | 3 | 3% | 8.3 |
179 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
47 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
43 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
96%
8 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
90%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
86%
13 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
70%
4 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
71%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
83%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
73%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
82%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Administrator
% of Days
64%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
62%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
74%
8 Dietitian
% of Days
42%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days
3%
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
$114K Rank #141 / 174Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 141st 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.
19% higher than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: $95K
Number of fines
5
142% more 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.
3
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
3
353% more payment denials than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 0.7
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$114K
Wisconsin average
$95K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
7 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 28, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 28, 2025
$53K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 21, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 21, 2024
$12K
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Oct 21, 2024
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Oct 21, 2024
8 days
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Sep 12, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Sep 12, 2024
$16K
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.2
17% 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.
27.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.1
22% 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
16.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
16.4%
7% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 17.6%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
29.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
29.2%
28% 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
35.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
35.7%
37% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 26.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.3%
36% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.7%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.7%
23% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.2%
30% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 3.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.5%
8% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 4.9%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
62% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 5.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.6%
10% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 16.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.2%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 95.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.9%
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
82.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.3%
6% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 87.3%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
12% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.9%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 82.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
87% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
30 days
Private pay
10% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 years
Medicaid
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
15 - 16 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
93
Medicare
10
10.8% of residents
Medicaid
62
66.7% of residents
Private pay or other
21
22.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, 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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for St. Mary’s Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
58.7%
↓ 4.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$2.8M
↑ ~$3.2M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$13.5M
↑ ~$1.6M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-14.8%
↑ 16.9pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$19.4M
Operating deficit
-$2.8M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$19.4M Rank #16 / 177Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th 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.
Operating deficit
-$2.8M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #4 / 177Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th 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.
$13.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #4 / 177Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$22.2M
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
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Nursing Home in Wisconsin
St. Mary’s Care Center is located in Madison, Wisconsin.
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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Mary’s Care Center
What neighborhood is St. Mary’s Care Center in?
St. Mary’s Care Center is in the Maple Grove Drive neighborhood.
Is St. Mary’s Care Center in a walkable area?
St. Mary’s Care Center has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the address of St. Mary’s Care Center?
St. Mary’s Care Center is located at 3401 Maple Grove Dr, Madison, WI 53719.
What is the phone number of St. Mary’s Care Center?
(608) 845-1000 will put you in contact with the team at St. Mary’s Care Center.
Is St. Mary’s Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — St. Mary’s Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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