nursing home in Prairie Du Chien, WI
Prairie Maison
700 South Fremont, Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821 · (608) 326-8471
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Prairie Maison at a glance
Prairie Maison is a 50-bed non-profit nursing home in Prairie Du Chien, Wisconsin (Crawford County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Wisconsin average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 30, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Wisconsin average is 9.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $149,380.
Nursing staff turnover is 32.8% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 50
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Crawford County
- CMS Certification Number
- 525525
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 4.48 hrs | 4.21 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.69 hrs | 0.99 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.92 hrs | 2.58 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.14 hrs | 3.77 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 32.8% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 23.1% | 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) | 7 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 96.5 | 100.3 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $149,380 | $48,150 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 50 | 77 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 48 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95% | 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) | 4.1% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.5% | 15.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3% | 2.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.6% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 23.8% | 16.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21% | 18.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.2% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.5% | 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) | 21.4% | 16.9% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.8% | 24.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| 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) | 0% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.8% | 82.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 86.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 23, 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 | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 23, 2026 Complaint | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 23, 2026 Complaint | Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0646 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 23, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 30, 2025 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 11, 2025 |
| July 30, 2025 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 30, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 30, 2025 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 30, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 17, 2025 |
| July 30, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 30, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 30, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2025 |
| July 30, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| July 30, 2025 Standard | 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 22, 2025 |
| July 30, 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 30, 2025 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| April 28, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 5, 2025 |
| April 28, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 5, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| March 13, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2025 |
| June 19, 2024 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 19, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 19, 2024 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. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 19, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 19, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 19, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 19, 2024 Standard | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 19, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| June 19, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| February 2, 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 March 2, 2024 |
| March 23, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2023 |
| March 23, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 28, 2023 |
| March 23, 2023 Fire safety | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0232 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 23, 2023 |
| March 23, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2023 |
| March 23, 2023 Standard | 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 March 31, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $149,380 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2025 | Fine | $149,380 |
| June 19, 2024 | Payment Denial | 22 days from July 18, 2024 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES CORPORATION Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/01/2004 |
| ACKERMAN, SIERRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2023 |
| COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| MARA, DEBORAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2020 |
| MOORE, RITA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2024 |
| PRAIRIE NURSING FACILITY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/11/2025 |
| SNITKER, CIERRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/15/2019 |
| BAKER, JANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/28/2024 |
| FRIAR, JOSEPH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| KONICHEK, MARSHA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2019 |
| OLSON, ILLENE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2018 |
| SCHRECK, LYNN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
| SNITKER, CIERRA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/11/2023 |
| GRUNWALD, MARK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2015 |
| ACKERMAN, SIERRA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2023 |
| COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| MARA, DEBORAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2020 |
| MOORE, RITA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2024 |
| PRAIRIE NURSING FACILITY LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| BAKER, JANE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/28/2024 |
| FRIAR, JOSEPH Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| GRUNWALD, MARK Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2015 |
| KONICHEK, MARSHA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2019 |
| OLSON, ILLENE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2018 |
| SCHRECK, LYNN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Prairie Maison's rating?
Prairie Maison has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Wisconsin nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Prairie Maison receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Wisconsin average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Prairie Maison 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 Prairie Maison?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Prairie Maison and how do I contact it?
Prairie Maison is at 700 South Fremont, Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821. Phone: (608) 326-8471.
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.