Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center

Nursing Home in Germantown

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.
Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center

Nursing Home in Germantown

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.

Overview of Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center

A retirement home that aims to transform the lives of seniors through skilled nursing care, Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center in Germantown ensures an unparalleled level of care that many families have trusted over the years. With an emphasis on long-term, sub-acute nursing, and memory care services, professional caregivers and nurses are committed to ensuring a sense of home and belonging where everyone is welcome and included.

Virginia Highlands ensures a place for seniors to thrive with full, compassionate, and complete care in a home-like setting. They provide comprehensive and exclusive programs, such as wellness checks, personalized care plans, and housing accommodations (transportation, maintenance, ADLs). Some nursing home activities include rehabilitative therapies (physical, occupational, speech), wound care, cardiac care, colostomy care, respiratory care, and hospice care.

(276) 451-2590

Managed by Michael P. Spitzer

Administrator

Michael P. Spitzer serves as the Administrator at Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center. He leads the team dedicated to supporting each resident’s health and well-being, working alongside skilled nurses, therapists, caregivers, and support staff to help residents achieve their rehabilitation goals.

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.
4/5 ▲ 1.0 Wisconsin average: 3.0/5
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.
3/5 ▲ 0.2 Wisconsin average: 2.8/5
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.
2/5 ▼ 1.6 Wisconsin average: 3.6/5
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.
5/5 ▲ 1.7 Wisconsin average: 3.3/5

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 140th 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.
3h 15m per day
This facility Wisconsin avg (4h 14m per day)
vs Wisconsin avg
-23%

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 121

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Wisconsin average: 70%
Occupancy rate 52.3%
Avg. Length of Stay 80 days
Occupancy rate
52.3%
Avg. Length of Stay
80 days

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.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

68% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 22 days

Medicaid

5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$8.4M
Profit
$822.1K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$8.4M
Profit
$822.1K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.1M
36.4% 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 $7.6M
Bed community size
121-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 25 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeSkilled Care
CountyWashington
CMS Certification Number525653

Ownership & Operating Entity

Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center is legally operated by Virginia Highlands Care And Rehab Center Llc, and administrated by Michael Spitzer.

Profit StatusFOR PROFIT

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(262) 251-7359

Amenities & Lifestyle

4 amenities
On-Site Beauty Salon And Barbershop
Semi-Private Suites
Diagnostic Testing Service
Wifi Throughout The Nursing Center
Specific ProgramsCardiac Care, Dementia Care, Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapies, Orthopedic Rehab, Audiology Care, Colostomy Care, X-Ray Services, Respiratory Care, Hospice Services, Palliative Services, Dental Services, Podiatry Care, Psychiatric Services, TPN

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThere’s always something delicious on the menu. Our dietary staff works hard to serve you tasty options for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Types of Care at Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center

Skilled Nursing Memory Care

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Inspection History

In Wisconsin, the Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance performs unannounced onsite surveys to ensure that long-term care facilities meet health and safety laws.

8 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date March 5, 2025
Routine

30 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Wisconsin average: 12 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center

The most recent inspection on March 5, 2025, identified deficiencies related to protective placement documentation, Ombudsman notifications for hospital transfers, PASARR Level II screening, and food storage and cooling practices. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues including medication administration errors, delayed reporting and investigation of abuse allegations, unresolved resident grievances, and incomplete care plan updates. Complaint investigations revealed failures to timely report abuse and neglect, inadequate grievance follow-up, and lapses in staff background checks and fall investigations, though some abuse allegations were unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with regulatory compliance, particularly in resident rights, care documentation, and reporting, without a clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 9

Wisconsin average 6


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations 32

Wisconsin average 27.3

Citations per inspection
3.56

Wisconsin average 4.19


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

17 of 32 citations resulted from standard inspections; 14 of 32 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 32 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 0.9


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2

0 critical citations More info Wisconsin average: 0.9

0 serious citations More info Wisconsin average: 1.2

32 moderate citations More info Wisconsin average: 24.7

0 minor citations More info Wisconsin average: 0.6
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Mar 05, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Mar 05, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Mar 05, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Mar 05, 2025
Corrected

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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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Wisconsin SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, WI resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified.
WI

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

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Germantown's city center to Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.63 miles to nearest hospital (Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 81
Employees 65
Contractors 16
Staff to resident ratio 1.50:1
38% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average ratio: 2.41:1

Avg staff/day 29
Average shift 8.2 hours
12% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 7.3 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 21,520
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 5
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 36
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

7.7%

1,667 contractor hours this quarter

Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant360369,63091100%8.9
Registered Nurse120123,42491100%6.9
Licensed Practical Nurse5051,85691100%9.6
RN Director of Nursing3031,3726774%8.3
Medication Aide/Technician2029137987%9.1
Nurse Practitioner2026316470%8
Dietitian1015485965%9.3
Administrator2025205763%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0335086571%7.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014876167%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014736268%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist0334716470%6.5
Physical Therapy Aide0223576066%5.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0772044347%4.5
Qualified Social Worker0111283640%3.6
36 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 74%
2 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 87%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 65%
2 Administrator
% of Days 63%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 71%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 67%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 68%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 70%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 66%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 47%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 40%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 54
Medicare
11
20.4% of residents
Medicaid
43
79.6% 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.

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. 7.9
24% 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. 17.1
23% better 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 11.6%
34% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 17.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 11.5%
50% 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 28.3%
9% 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 5.4%
70% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.2%
23% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.8%
42% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.9%
41% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 4.9%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 19.2%
281% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.7%
33% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 16.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
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 100.0%
5% better 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 95.1%
9% better 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%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.1%
14% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 82.2%

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