nursing home in Onalaska, WI
Onalaska Care Center
1600 Main St, Onalaska, WI 54650 · (608) 783-4681
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Onalaska Care Center at a glance
Onalaska Care Center is a 80-bed non-profit nursing home in Onalaska, Wisconsin (La Crosse County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Wisconsin average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 16, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Wisconsin average is 9.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 42.9% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 80
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- La Crosse County
- CMS Certification Number
- 525443
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.41 hrs | 4.21 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.12 hrs | 0.99 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.67 hrs | 2.58 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.99 hrs | 3.77 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 18.8% | 39.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 10 | 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 | 80 | 77 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 53 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 65.6% | 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) | 1.4% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.7% | 5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.6% | 15.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.2% | 16.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 27.4% | 18.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.8% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.7% | 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) | 8.2% | 16.9% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.8% | 24.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 39.1% | 95% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.2% | 82.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.8% | 86.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 16, 2026 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| May 12, 2025 Complaint | 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 June 12, 2025 |
| May 12, 2025 Complaint | 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 June 12, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2025 |
| January 29, 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 1, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0620 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2025 |
| December 6, 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 January 6, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 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 January 5, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 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 January 5, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARTON, SCOTT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/1999 |
| BERRA, KAY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2023 |
| BRALEY, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| FALLER, ANNETTE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| FEIRTAG, MEGAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/31/2017 |
| GOCHANOUR, KIMBERLY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2024 |
| HALL, HALEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| HANSON, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| HUIRAS, ASHLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/26/2013 |
| KITE, CINDI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
| KUTT, DAWN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2024 |
| MAKI, ERICK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2024 |
| MARTIN, SEAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2023 |
| PASSE, NICHOLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| PEDACE, TERRI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| SACIE, BONITA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| SPILDE, STEVE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2017 |
| WHITE, KARLIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| WHITE, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2024 |
| WIPFLI LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| BERRA, KAY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2023 |
| BRALEY, MATTHEW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| HANSON, CHARLES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| KITE, CINDI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
| KUTT, DAWN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2024 |
| MAKI, ERICK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2024 |
| MARTIN, SEAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2023 |
| PASSE, NICHOLAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| PEDACE, TERRI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| SACIE, BONITA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| SPILDE, STEVE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2017 |
| GOCHANOUR, KIMBERLY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2024 |
| BARTON, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/1999 |
| BERRA, KAY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2023 |
| BRALEY, MATTHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| FALLER, ANNETTE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| FEIRTAG, MEGAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/31/2017 |
| GOCHANOUR, KIMBERLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2024 |
| HALL, HALEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| HANSON, CHARLES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Onalaska Care Center's rating?
Onalaska Care Center 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 Onalaska Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Wisconsin average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Onalaska Care Center 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 Onalaska Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Onalaska Care Center and how do I contact it?
Onalaska Care Center is at 1600 Main St, Onalaska, WI 54650. Phone: (608) 783-4681.
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.