nursing home in Superior, WI

Twin Ports Health Services

1612 N 37th St, Superior, WI 54880 · (715) 392-5144

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • Quality measures★★★★★4
  • CMS high performer

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Twin Ports Health Services at a glance

Twin Ports Health Services is a 90-bed for-profit nursing home in Superior, Wisconsin (Douglas County).

CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Wisconsin average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (January 22, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Wisconsin average is 9.5.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 19.2% per year (state average 46.9%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
90
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
North Shore Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
June 14, 1984
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Douglas County
CMS Certification Number
525370

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityWisconsin avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.1 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.1 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.45 hrsWisconsin average4.21 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Wisconsin and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWisconsin avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.45 hrs4.21 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.16 hrs0.99 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.92 hrs2.58 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.09 hrs3.77 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)19.2%46.9%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)10%39.7%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility3Wisconsin average9U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Wisconsin and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWisconsin avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)399Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)043Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)20100.380.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Wisconsin average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Wisconsin and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWisconsin avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$48,150$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityWisconsin avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds9077107
Average residents per day805586
Occupancy88.9%74%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.9%Wisconsin average3.3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Wisconsin and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWisconsin avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)3.9%3.3%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.9%5%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)17.3%15.8%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)2.5%2.7%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%2.1%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)3.8%16.1%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)7.2%18.4%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)4.2%5.1%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0.4%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)14.2%16.9%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)21.1%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)99.6%95.7%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility3.2%Wisconsin average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Wisconsin and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWisconsin avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)3.2%1.2%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)98%82.2%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)96.5%86.5%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
January 22, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 20, 2026
January 22, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 20, 2026
January 22, 2026
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 February 20, 2026
January 22, 2026
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 20, 2026
July 18, 2025
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 August 15, 2025
September 25, 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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 23, 2024
September 25, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 19, 2025
September 25, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 23, 2024
September 25, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 23, 2024
September 25, 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 October 23, 2024
September 25, 2024
Standard
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 23, 2024
September 25, 2024
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 23, 2024
September 25, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 23, 2024
September 13, 2023
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 11, 2023
September 13, 2023
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 11, 2023
September 13, 2023
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 11, 2023
September 13, 2023
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected October 11, 2023
September 13, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 11, 2023
September 13, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 11, 2023

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.

NameRoleShareSince
NSHC WISCONSIN LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest—12/01/2016
CIBC BANK USA
Organization
5% or greater security interestNOT APPLICABLE12/31/2024
CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/14/2025
CONTINUUM THERAPY PARTNERS LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/14/2025
GEE, DARREN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/30/2021
GPH SUPERIOR LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2016
GREER, LAUREN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/29/2023
JOHNSON, VIANA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2023
NORTH SHORE HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/14/2025
NSHC WISCONSIN LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/14/2025
NSH REHAB LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/13/2025
PATZER, COLLEEN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/14/2023
PURTELL, BRIAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2018
WIEDERIN, JASON
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2023
BAUMANN, TROY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2016
HOEHN, JEFFREY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2016
BAUMANN, TROY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2016
BELONGIA, CHRISTINA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2019
CIBC BANK USA
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/31/2024
CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/22/2018
CONTINUUM THERAPY PARTNERS LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2025
GEE, DARREN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/30/2021
GREER, LAUREN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/29/2023
HOEHN, JEFFREY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2016
JOHNSON, VIANA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2023
NORTH SHORE HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2016
NSH REHAB LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2025
PATZER, COLLEEN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/14/2023
PURTELL, BRIAN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2018
WIEDERIN, JASON
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2023
WIPFLI LLP
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2025

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Frequently asked questions

What is Twin Ports Health Services's rating?

Twin Ports Health Services has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Wisconsin nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Twin Ports Health Services receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Wisconsin average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Twin Ports Health Services 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 Twin Ports Health Services?

It is for profit - corporation and part of North Shore Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Twin Ports Health Services and how do I contact it?

Twin Ports Health Services is at 1612 N 37th St, Superior, WI 54880. Phone: (715) 392-5144.

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.