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HomeWisconsinAmethyst Health of Wausau

Amethyst Health of Wausau

1010 E Wausau Ave, Wausau, WI 544037158422028WebsiteGoogle Maps
0.0on Google(0 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
80
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
Special Focus Facility: SFF Candidate
6 fine(s) totaling $100,976

How Amethyst Health of Wausau Compares in Wisconsin

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Wisconsin. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
1/5
WI average
3.0/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
1/5
WI average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
3/5
WI average
3.6/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.17 hrs/day
WI average
4.22 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.96 hrs/day
WI average
0.99 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
62.2%
WI average
46.9%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 1/5 overall CMS rating is below the Wisconsin average of 3.0/5.
Its 1/5 health inspection rating is below the Wisconsin average of 2.8/5.
Staff turnover is 62.2%, higher than the Wisconsin average of 46.9%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
15
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 1, 2024
Most recent cycle
23
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 4, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 8 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$9,733/mo
Wisconsin median
Private Room
$10,828/mo
Wisconsin median
Marathon County 65+
25,287
18.3% of county
County Population
137,820
Marathon County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Amethyst Health of Wausau is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Wausau, Wisconsin with 80 certified beds. It has been operating since 1987. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.

Beds
80
Avg Residents/Day
31.8
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 1987
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Marathon
Last Inspection
Sep 4, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
23
Weighted Score
467.3
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (45)

F0602Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Survey: Nov 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Immediate Jeopardy

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Nov 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Immediate Jeopardy

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Nov 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0835Immediate Jeopardy

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Survey: Nov 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Nov 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Sep 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0945Potential for Harm

Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.

Survey: Sep 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0801Potential for Harm

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0637Potential for Harm

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0640Potential for Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0694Potential for Harm

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0569Potential for Harm

Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0604Potential for Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Apr 15, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Aug 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Aug 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0837Potential for Harm

Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.

Survey: May 30, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Sep 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Sep 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 15 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$100,976
Number of Fines
6
Payment Denials
2
Total Penalties
8

Penalty History

FineSep 11, 2023
$4,545
FineAug 28, 2023
$4,545
FineSep 5, 2023
$4,587
FineAug 7, 2023
$11,538
FineMay 23, 2025
$21,496
FineAug 9, 2023
$54,265
Payment DenialNov 6, 2025
58 days denied
Payment DenialAug 9, 2023
27 days denied

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.74 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.47 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.96 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.17 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.79 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
62.2%
RN Turnover
71.4%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
WATERFALL HEALTH OF WAUSAU LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Nov 1, 2022
FOLLMAN, SHMUEL5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual100%Nov 1, 2022
SELGREN, KONNIEW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 1, 2022
FOLLMAN, SHMUELCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 1, 2022

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Amethyst Health of Wausau and nearby alternatives.

All Wisconsin facilities
Amethyst Health of Wausau
Wausau, WICurrent facilityAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $100,976
North Central Health Care
Wausau, WI1.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $56,244
Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation
Wausau, WI1.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Wausau Manor Health Services
Wausau, WI3.0 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Weston
Weston, WI5.8 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Pride Tlc Therapy and Living Campus
Weston, WI6.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Pine Crest Health and Memory Care
Merrill, WI14.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Amethyst Health of Wausau
Wausau, WI · Current facility
—1/51/53/5$100,976
North Central Health Care
Wausau, WI
1.2 mi2/52/53/5$56,244
Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation
Wausau, WI
1.6 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Wausau Manor Health Services
Wausau, WI
3.0 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Weston
Weston, WI
5.8 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Pride Tlc Therapy and Living Campus
Weston, WI
6.3 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Pine Crest Health and Memory Care
Merrill, WI
14.9 mi4/54/53/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Amethyst Health of Wausau?▾
Amethyst Health of Wausau has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Amethyst Health of Wausau cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Wisconsin is $9,733/month for a semi-private room and $10,828/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Amethyst Health of Wausau participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Amethyst Health of Wausau had any health inspection violations?▾
Amethyst Health of Wausau had 23 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 4, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 6 fine(s) totaling $100,976.
What are the staffing levels at Amethyst Health of Wausau?▾
Amethyst Health of Wausau provides 4.17 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.96 RN hours, 0.47 LPN hours, and 2.74 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 62.2%.
How many beds does Amethyst Health of Wausau have?▾
Amethyst Health of Wausau has 80 certified beds with an average of 31.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 40% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Amethyst Health of Wausau?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Wisconsin, including 3 in Wausau. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Amethyst Health of Wausau?▾
On Google Maps, Amethyst Health of Wausau has a rating of 0.0 out of 5 based on 0 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.