nursing home in West Salem, WI
Lakeview Health Center
962 E. Garland St. E, West Salem, WI 54669 · (608) 786-1400
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Lakeview Health Center at a glance
Lakeview Health Center is a 50-bed government nursing home in West Salem, 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 6.1 hours of nursing care per day (1.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 16, 2025) found 4 health citations. The Wisconsin average is 9.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 39.2% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 50
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 2018
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- La Crosse County
- CMS Certification Number
- 525726
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) | 4 / 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) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 6.06 hrs | 4.21 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.46 hrs | 0.99 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.97 hrs | 2.58 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.88 hrs | 3.77 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 39.2% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.6% | 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) | 4 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 17 | 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 | 48 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96% | 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) | 5.2% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.5% | 5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 62.1% | 15.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.2% | 2.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 28.8% | 16.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.1% | 18.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.8% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| 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) | 36.5% | 16.9% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28% | 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 given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.6% | 86.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 7 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 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 | Corrected May 29, 2026 |
| May 20, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2026 |
| July 16, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 16, 2025 |
| July 16, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| July 16, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2025 |
| July 16, 2025 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| July 16, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2025 |
| July 16, 2025 Standard | 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 August 11, 2025 |
| July 16, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 11, 2025 |
| May 15, 2024 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 10, 2024 |
| May 15, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2024 |
| May 15, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2024 |
| May 15, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2024 |
| April 19, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 10, 2023 |
| April 19, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTY OF LA CROSSE Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/31/1973 |
| COUNTY OF LA CROSSE Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2009 |
| BRISENO, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2021 |
| COGBILL, ELIZABETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| COUNTY OF LA CROSSE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/2016 |
| PLACHECKI, WANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| SCHULTZ, ERICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/2002 |
| BRISENO, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2021 |
| COGBILL, ELIZABETH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| COUNTY OF LA CROSSE Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2009 |
| PLACHECKI, WANDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| SCHULTZ, ERICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/2002 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lakeview Health Center's rating?
Lakeview Health 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 Lakeview Health Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Wisconsin average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Lakeview Health 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 Lakeview Health Center?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Lakeview Health Center and how do I contact it?
Lakeview Health Center is at 962 E. Garland St. E, West Salem, WI 54669. Phone: (608) 786-1400.
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.