nursing home in Shell Lake, WI
Shell Lake Health Care Center
802 E Cty Hwy B, Shell Lake, WI 54871 · (715) 468-7292
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Shell Lake Health Care Center at a glance
Shell Lake Health Care Center is a 50-bed for-profit nursing home in Shell Lake, Wisconsin (Washburn County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Wisconsin average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 10, 2025) found 8 health citations. The Wisconsin average is 9.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 48.9% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 50
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Washburn County
- CMS Certification Number
- 525553
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) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 3.62 hrs | 4.21 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.61 hrs | 0.99 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.25 hrs | 2.58 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.27 hrs | 3.77 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.9% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 16.7% | 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) | 8 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 40 | 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 | 50 | 77 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 42 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83% | 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) | 3.1% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.9% | 5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.2% | 15.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.4% | 2.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.2% | 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) | 9.4% | 18.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 13.2% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 10.2% | 16.9% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.6% | 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) | 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% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.9% | 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 18 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 23, 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 January 12, 2026 |
| September 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| September 10, 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 October 2, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| September 10, 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 October 2, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| June 20, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 12, 2024 |
| June 20, 2024 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 July 15, 2024 |
| June 20, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 20, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 20, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 20, 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 15, 2024 |
| June 20, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 20, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 28, 2023 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 19, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 19, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 28, 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 July 20, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 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 July 20, 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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHELL LAKE SNF LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/22/2021 |
| SENTRY BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| COLVIN, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| DUGGER, KRISTINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/14/2022 |
| HANSEN, JONATHON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| INDIANHEAD MEDICAL CENTER SHELL LAKE, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| KLASSA, JENNIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| SHELL LAKE HCC HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| SHELL LAKE SNF LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| SPORE, JULIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| WIPFLI LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| HANSEN, JONATHON Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| SPORE, JULIE Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| COLVIN, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| DUGGER, KRISTINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/14/2022 |
| HANSEN, JONATHON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| KLASSA, JENNIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
| WIPFLI LLP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Shell Lake Health Care Center's rating?
Shell Lake Health Care Center 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 Shell Lake Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Wisconsin average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Shell Lake Health 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 Shell Lake Health Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Shell Lake Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Shell Lake Health Care Center is at 802 E Cty Hwy B, Shell Lake, WI 54871. Phone: (715) 468-7292.
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.