nursing home in Montello, WI

Montello Care Center

251 Forest Lane, Montello, WI 53949 · (608) 297-2153

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★2

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

Montello Care Center at a glance

Montello Care Center is a 50-bed non-profit nursing home in Montello, Wisconsin (Marquette County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Wisconsin average of 3.

Its most recent standard health inspection (December 4, 2025) found 24 health citations. The Wisconsin average is 9.5.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $142,634.

Nursing staff turnover is 64% per year (state average 46.9%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
50
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Wisconsin Illinois Senior Housing, INC.
Medicare-certified since
July 31, 2000
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Marquette County
CMS Certification Number
525657

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityWisconsin avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53.6 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)1 / 53.1 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.1 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility64%Wisconsin average46.9%U.S. average45.8%
Nursing staff turnover (yearly): this facility vs. Wisconsin and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWisconsin avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)64%46.9%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)75%39.7%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)211Worse

Inspections

This facility24Wisconsin 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)2499Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)1043Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)225100.380.6Worse

Penalties

This facility2Wisconsin 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)211Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$142,634$48,150$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityWisconsin avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds5077107
Average residents per day325586
Occupancy64.2%74%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0%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)0%3.3%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)10%5%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)14.7%15.8%15.4%Average
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)5.1%2.7%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)3.8%2.1%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)14.1%16.1%13.9%Average
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)6.3%5.1%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)7.7%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)3.8%16.9%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)16.8%24.6%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)96.2%95%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)87.9%95.7%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility2.5%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)2.5%1.2%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)90.2%82.2%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)81.8%86.5%82%Average

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 68 health deficiencies and 31 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 8, 2026
Complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 18, 2026
June 8, 2026
Complaint
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0808
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 1, 2026
June 8, 2026
Complaint
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 June 18, 2026
May 11, 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
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2026
May 11, 2026
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 3, 2026
May 11, 2026
Complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2026
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 18, 2026
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 30, 2025
December 4, 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 December 30, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
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 December 29, 2025
December 4, 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 December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected December 30, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 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 December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
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 December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
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 December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Ensure that residents are assessed for appropriateness for a feeding assistant program, receive services as per their plan of care, and feeding assistants are trained and supervised.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0811
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2025
December 4, 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 December 29, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
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 December 29, 2025
October 22, 2025
Complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 2025
October 22, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 2025
October 22, 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 November 10, 2025
August 1, 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 22, 2025
June 12, 2025
Complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 10, 2025
June 12, 2025
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 10, 2025
June 12, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 10, 2025
June 12, 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 July 10, 2025
June 12, 2025
Complaint
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 July 10, 2025
June 12, 2025
Complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 10, 2025
April 9, 2025
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected May 5, 2025
April 9, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 5, 2025
April 9, 2025
Complaint
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 May 5, 2025
April 9, 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 May 5, 2025
October 18, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 8, 2024
October 18, 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 November 8, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 23, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 2, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 2, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 4, 2024
July 31, 2024
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 October 16, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 13, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 19, 2024
July 31, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 3, 2024
July 31, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 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 August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 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 August 26, 2024
July 31, 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 August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 16, 2024
July 31, 2024
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 August 26, 2024
July 31, 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 August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 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 August 26, 2024
July 31, 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 August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 26, 2024
July 31, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 26, 2024
April 9, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 9, 2024
April 9, 2024
Complaint
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 9, 2024
April 9, 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 May 9, 2024
April 9, 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 May 9, 2024
April 9, 2024
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 9, 2024
September 18, 2023
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 18, 2023
June 1, 2023
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 June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
Standard
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 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 June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
Standard
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 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 June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
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
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 1, 2023
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
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 30, 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 $142,634 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
October 22, 2025Fine$10,358
April 9, 2025Fine$132,276

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
DUPONT, LORI
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016
GEHLER, MIRIAM
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016
GERLACH, KERI
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2019
KERWIN, ANDREW
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016
KUMAR, RAJEEV SHIVA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE04/24/2012
LACKE (CARRIG), KAREN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016
LYNN, NICHOLAS
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE03/14/2011
SHERMAN, STEPHANIE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE05/11/2020
CARRIAGE HEALTHCARE COMPANIES INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/15/2001
SIEBEL, ROBERT
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016
BURKE, DANA
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE10/07/2019

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Frequently asked questions

What is Montello Care Center's rating?

Montello Care Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Wisconsin nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Montello Care Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 24 citations, compared with a Wisconsin average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Montello 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 Montello Care Center?

It is non profit - corporation and part of Wisconsin Illinois Senior Housing, INC.. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Montello Care Center and how do I contact it?

Montello Care Center is at 251 Forest Lane, Montello, WI 53949. Phone: (608) 297-2153.

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.