Reedsburg, WI

Sauk Co Health Care Center

2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $160,977 in total fines with 7 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

1051 Clark St, Reedsburg, WI

(608) 524-7500

Compare this facility

Overall

2 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

2 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

3 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

82

Certified beds

Average residents

51

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Government

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1967-01-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.99

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.77

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

3.05

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

4.18

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

77%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

62%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.6
1.6
1 pts worse
1.9
0.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 4.1
2.2
1.9 pts worse
1.8
2.3 pts worse
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 100.0%
95.0%
5 pts better
95.5%
4.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.6%
3.2%
2.6 pts better
3.3%
2.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.8%
5.0%
3.2 pts better
11.4%
9.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.5%
4.9%
2.4 pts better
5.4%
2.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 6.1%
16.6%
10.5 pts better
19.6%
13.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.0%
16.7%
1.7 pts better
16.7%
1.7 pts better
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 28.9%
21.1%
7.8 pts worse
16.3%
12.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 28.4%
17.3%
11.1 pts worse
14.9%
13.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
2.3%
2.3 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.9%
3.0%
0.1 pts better
1.7%
1.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 16.4%
25.5%
9.1 pts better
19.8%
3.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 2.7%
5.5%
2.8 pts better
5.1%
2.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 83.1%
86.8%
3.7 pts worse
81.7%
1.4 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 14.6%
15.0%
0.4 pts better
12.0%
2.6 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.7%
1.3%
1.4 pts worse
1.6%
1.1 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 86.4%
82.2%
4.2 pts better
79.7%
6.7 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 20.9%
22.7%
1.8 pts better
23.9%
3 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-04-07 · Fire 2025-04-07

7 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-05-01 · Fire 2024-05-01

6 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

3 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Miscellaneous (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2023-02-01 · Fire 2023-02-01

0 health deficiencies

No concentrated health issue counts in this cycle.

3 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-07

E35 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

Corrected 2025-04-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-07

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-04-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-07

K912 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

Corrected 2025-03-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-07

K223 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Corrected 2025-03-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-07

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2025-03-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-07

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2025-03-27

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-01

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2024-05-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-01

E13 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

Corrected 2024-05-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-01

K753 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

Corrected 2024-05-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-01

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2023-02-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-01

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2023-02-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-01

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2023-02-28

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-03

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2025-12-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-03

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2025-12-18

J · Immediate jeopardy 2025-04-07

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2025-04-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-07

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Corrected 2025-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-07

F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Corrected 2025-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-07

F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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 2025-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-07

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2025-04-08

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-10-30

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2024-10-31

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-10-30

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2024-10-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-30

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2024-10-31

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-05-01

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2024-05-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-01

F687 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate foot care.

Corrected 2024-05-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-01

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2024-05-16

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$123,000 2025-04-07

Fine

Fine · fine $123,000

Fine

$11,723 2024-10-30

Fine

Fine · fine $11,723

Fine

$26,254 2024-05-01

Fine

Fine · fine $26,254

Fine

Ownership

Sauk County

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 1 facilities 2010-06-10
Sauk County

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 1 facilities 2010-06-10
Vosen, Jennifer

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-05-01
Vosen, Jennifer

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2016-03-23

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