nursing home in Plymouth, WI
Rocky Knoll Health Care
N7135 Rocky Knoll Parkway, Plymouth, WI 53073 · (920) 893-6441
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Rocky Knoll Health Care at a glance
Rocky Knoll Health Care is a 149-bed government nursing home in Plymouth, Wisconsin (Sheboygan County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Wisconsin average of 3.
Residents receive about 5 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 10, 2026) found 5 health citations. The Wisconsin average is 9.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 58.6% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 149
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 18, 1983
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Sheboygan County
- CMS Certification Number
- 525337
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.99 hrs | 4.21 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.14 hrs | 0.99 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.32 hrs | 2.58 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.69 hrs | 3.77 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58.6% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 39.7% | 42.9% | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 48 | 100.3 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $48,150 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 149 | 77 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 140 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.1% | 74% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.3% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.6% | 5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 19.6% | 15.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.6% | 2.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 5.9% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.1% | 16.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.4% | 18.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.3% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.6% | 5.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16.2% | 16.9% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 30.2% | 24.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.8% | 95.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.8% | 82.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 86.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 28, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2026 |
| June 10, 2026 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2026 |
| June 10, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 6, 2026 |
| June 10, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 10, 2026 |
| June 10, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 10, 2026 |
| June 10, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 10, 2026 |
| June 10, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 10, 2026 |
| July 11, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 11, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 6, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 6, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 6, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 6, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2025 |
| July 3, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2024 |
| July 3, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| July 3, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 23, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 5, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 15, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 5, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 19, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 15, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Complaint | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 11, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 5, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTY OF SHEBOYGAN Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/18/1983 |
| CLINTON, KATHERINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/11/2017 |
| FETTERER, JEREMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/04/2007 |
| HEALTHPRO HERITAGE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2025 |
| KOHAL, AMANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/31/2022 |
| LOEFFLER, CORTNEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2021 |
| LUNDE, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| OPTUM 360 SERVICES, INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/22/2025 |
| WIPFLI LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/06/2025 |
| CLINTON, KATHERINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/11/2017 |
| COUNTY OF SHEBOYGAN Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/18/1983 |
| FETTERER, JEREMY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/04/2007 |
| HEALTHPRO HERITAGE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| KOHAL, AMANDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/31/2022 |
| KRAUSE, ALAYNE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/22/2023 |
| LOEFFLER, CORTNEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2021 |
| LUNDE, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| OPTUM 360 SERVICES, INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| WIPFLI LLP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/1998 |
| HEALTHPRO HERITAGE LLC Organization | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Rocky Knoll Health Care's rating?
Rocky Knoll Health Care has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Wisconsin nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Rocky Knoll Health Care receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Wisconsin average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Rocky Knoll Health Care accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Rocky Knoll Health Care?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Rocky Knoll Health Care and how do I contact it?
Rocky Knoll Health Care is at N7135 Rocky Knoll Parkway, Plymouth, WI 53073. Phone: (920) 893-6441.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.