Onalaska Care Center
Onalaska Care Center is a 4-star rated nursing home in Onalaska, WI with 80 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 3/5, staffing 5/5, quality measures 3/5.
The facility has 24 health violations on record. Federal fines total $650 across 1 enforcement action. Most recent inspection: May 12, 2025.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Wisconsin public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2021 1 penalties totaling $650
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2025 5 violations
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2023 3 violations
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2022 2 violations
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
2021 4 violations
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
2020 1 violations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2019 2 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2018 2 violations
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
2016 5 violations
Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment.
Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores.
Ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.
Frequently Asked Questions About Onalaska Care Center
- What violations has Onalaska Care Center received?
- Onalaska Care Center has 24 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Onalaska Care Center?
- Onalaska Care Center has a 4-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an above-average rating, indicating better quality care compared to most nursing homes. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Onalaska Care Center last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Onalaska Care Center safe?
- Safety at Onalaska Care Center should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Onalaska Care Center?
- Phone: (608) 783-4681. Address: 1600 Main St, Onalaska, WI. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Onalaska Care Center offer?
- Onalaska Care Center is a skilled nursing facility with 80 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Onalaska, WI?
- Compare Onalaska Care Center with other nursing homes in Onalaska, WI on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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