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HomeWisconsinWhispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC

Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC

50 Wolverton Ave, Ripon, WI 549719207485638WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.8on Google(27 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
50
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $12,649

How Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC 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
3/5
WI average
3.0/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
WI average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
3/5
WI average
3.6/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.11 hrs/day
WI average
4.22 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.86 hrs/day
WI average
0.99 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
39.5%
WI average
46.9%
Lower than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Reported RN time is 0.86 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.99.
Staff turnover is 39.5%, lower 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
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 1, 2023
Most recent cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 15, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 2 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
Fond Du Lac County 65+
19,805
19.0% of county
County Population
104,027
Fond Du Lac County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Ripon, Wisconsin with 50 certified beds. It has been operating since 1994. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
50
Avg Residents/Day
32.7
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 1, 1994
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Fond Du Lac
Last Inspection
Jan 15, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7
Weighted Score
55.5
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (12)

F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Apr 14, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 14, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0623Potential for Harm

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Survey: Jan 15, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 15, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Jan 15, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 15, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 15, 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: Nov 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0805Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Survey: Nov 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Oct 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$12,649
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineOct 12, 2023
$12,649

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

Nurse Aide2.58 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.66 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.86 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.11 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.72 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.24 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
39.5%
RN Turnover
54.5%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (8)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
LIFSICS, CHANNIE5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual9%Oct 1, 2018
POLSTEIN, MORDECHAI5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual19%Oct 1, 2018
STESEL, MAXIM5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual53%Oct 1, 2018
PIEHL, CAYLAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 1, 2018
RICE, PAMELAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 1, 2018
MAUER, DOVIEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2018
POLSTEIN, MORDECHAIOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2018
RICE, PAMELAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2018

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC and nearby alternatives.

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Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC
Ripon, WICurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $12,649
Juliette Manor
Berlin, WI10.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Markesan Resident Home
Markesan, WI12.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Edenbrook Omro
Omro, WI13.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Eden Rehab Suites and Green House Homes
Oshkosh, WI15.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $13,886
Complete Care at Christian Home LLC
Waupun, WI16.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Bethel Home
Oshkosh, WI17.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC
Ripon, WI · Current facility
—3/53/53/5$12,649
Juliette Manor
Berlin, WI
10.0 mi4/54/55/5None recorded
Markesan Resident Home
Markesan, WI
12.2 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Edenbrook Omro
Omro, WI
13.0 mi4/54/52/5None recorded
Eden Rehab Suites and Green House Homes
Oshkosh, WI
15.9 mi2/52/54/5$13,886
Complete Care at Christian Home LLC
Waupun, WI
16.3 mi2/52/54/5None recorded
Bethel Home
Oshkosh, WI
17.3 mi5/54/55/5None 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 Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC?▾
Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC 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). Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC had any health inspection violations?▾
Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 15, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $12,649.
What are the staffing levels at Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC?▾
Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC provides 4.11 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.86 RN hours, 0.66 LPN hours, and 2.58 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 39.5%.
How many beds does Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC have?▾
Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC has 50 certified beds with an average of 32.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 65% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Eden Senior Care chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Wisconsin. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC?▾
On Google Maps, Whispering Pines Nursing and Rehab, LLC has a rating of 3.8 out of 5 based on 27 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

Part of Eden Senior Care

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