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Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Wausau, 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.
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Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation

Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Wausau, 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.
1821 N 4Th Ave, Wausau, WI 54401 View map
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Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Overview of Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation

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Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation community owned by River Hawk Healthcare LLC and managed by administrator Sarah Petry under the Ensign Services network in Wausau, Wisconsin. With 82 licensed beds, the community provides 24-hour skilled nursing, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation services in Marathon County. The community also accepts both Medicaid and Medicare, which provides insurance flexibility for new residents.

By being part of the Ensign Services portfolio, the community benefits from the staffing standards, clinical systems, and quality accountability frameworks of a professional multi-site healthcare operator. Additionally, this affiliation adds a layer of operational oversight and credibility. Its location in Wausau also ensures the community is centrally accessible for families living across Marathon County and central Wisconsin.

Along with a comprehensive care program, encompassing skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapy, and an on-staff physician, the community also follows a specific staffing model designed to support residents who have complex and ongoing medical needs. The 24-hour staffing structure also provides continuous clinical oversight, while the “Stay Active” programming reflects its dedication to residents’ mobility and engagement.

Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation is an ideal option for those in the Wausau area who require short-term post-acute rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, or skilled nursing after hospitalization. The combination of 24-hour nursing, rehabilitation services, and on-site physician access also appeals to those with medically complex needs requiring close monitoring. Accepting both Medicare and Medicaid, the community is a practical choice for families looking for a stable and professionally managed skilled nursing community in central Wisconsin.

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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.
At WI avg. At 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.
▲ 7.2% Above WI avg. ▲ 7.2% 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.
▲ 10.5% Above WI avg. ▲ 10.5% 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.
▲ 28.5% Above WI avg. ▲ 28.5% Above WI avg.WI average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours 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 vs Wisconsin averages

Rank #67 / 164Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 67th 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This nursing home is ranked 67th 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.

4h 22m

At state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
1h 18m
+27% State avg: 1h 1m per day · National avg: 42m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
36m
−7% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
2h 28m
−7% State avg: 2h 39m per day · National avg: 2h 24m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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.
3h 41m
−4% State avg: 3h 50m per day · National avg: 3h 31m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
2m
−49% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
47m
+16% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 29m per day

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Registered Nurse (RN) is +27% above Wisconsin average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 82 Rank #88 / 192Bed count — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 88th out of 192 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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

Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
71
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.
67 days

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeSkilled Care
CountyMarathon
Certification TypeTitle 18 SNF Title 19 NF

Ownership & Operating Entity

Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation is administered by Sarah Petry.

Owner NameRiver Hawk Healthcare LLC
Profit StatusFor-profit

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(715) 675-4051

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Specific ProgramsStay Active

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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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

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

Typical stay 20 days

Private pay

63% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.

For-profit
Operated by a business corporation.
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."
$8.3M
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."
-$22.9K
For-profit Operated by a business corporation.
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."
$8.3M Rank #67 / 161Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 67th 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."
-$22.9K
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.
$57.6K
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 #59 / 161Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 59th 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.
$4.9M 58.4% 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 #74 / 161Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 74th 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).
$3.5M
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).
$8.3M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Sarah Petry.

This home is owned by River Hawk Healthcare LLC

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 525503

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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.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (63% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 months.

Admissions
377 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 27%
Private pay 63%
Medicaid 10%
Discharges
327 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 24%
Private pay 65%
Medicaid 12%

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 Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation

Who is the owner of Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation?

Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation is legally operated by River Hawk Healthcare LLC, and administered by Sarah Petry.

What is the occupancy rate at Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation?

Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation's occupancy is 73.2%.

Are pets allowed at Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation?

No, Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation has a no-pet policy.

Does Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation is registered as a for-profit in WI.

Who is the administrator of Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation?

Sarah Petry is the administrator of Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation.

What is the overall rating for Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation?

Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation received a 3-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.

How many beds does Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation have?

Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation has 82 beds.

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