2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Services (2 deficiencies)
Ashland, WI
4-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with $19,988 in total fines with 2 recent health deficiencies with 4 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
1319 Beaser Ave, Ashland, WI
(715) 682-3468
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
2 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
117
Certified beds
Average residents
36
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
North Shore Healthcare
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1985-05-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
1.39
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.15
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.24
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.34
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
46%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
56%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.5 |
1.6
1.1 pts better
|
1.9
1.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.5 |
2.2
0.7 pts better
|
1.8
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 97.7% |
95.7%
2 pts better
|
93.4%
4.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.2% |
95.0%
2.2 pts better
|
95.5%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 5.4% |
3.2%
2.2 pts worse
|
3.3%
2.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 5.2% |
5.0%
0.2 pts worse
|
11.4%
6.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 7.8% |
4.9%
2.9 pts worse
|
5.4%
2.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 24.4% |
16.6%
7.8 pts worse
|
19.6%
4.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 21.1% |
16.7%
4.4 pts worse
|
16.7%
4.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 36.1% |
21.1%
15 pts worse
|
16.3%
19.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 23.3% |
17.3%
6 pts worse
|
14.9%
8.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 3.6% |
2.3%
1.3 pts worse
|
1.0%
2.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 4.0% |
3.0%
1 pts worse
|
1.7%
2.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 30.1% |
25.5%
4.6 pts worse
|
19.8%
10.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 1.2% |
5.5%
4.3 pts better
|
5.1%
3.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 85.5% |
86.8%
1.3 pts worse
|
81.7%
3.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 11.0% |
15.0%
4 pts better
|
12.0%
1 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.9% |
1.3%
1.6 pts worse
|
1.6%
1.3 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 77.1% |
82.2%
5.1 pts worse
|
79.7%
2.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 15.7% |
22.7%
7 pts better
|
23.9%
8.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Services (2 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2025-09-06
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2025-09-06
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-09-06
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Not marked corrected
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2024-07-10
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2024-07-10
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2024-07-10
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Inspection history
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-09-06
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-09-06
Health
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected 2024-07-17
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-07-17
Health
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected 2024-07-17
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2024-07-17
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-07-17
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-07-17
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2024-07-17
Health
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected 2024-07-17
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-07-17
Health
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected 2024-07-17
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $19,988
Fine
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
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