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HomeWisconsinWood Aven Health and Rehabilitation

Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation

1821 N 4th Ave, Wausau, WI 544017156759451
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
82
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 82 certified beds with an average of 73.2 residents per day (89% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 5 deficiencies (inspected Jan 8, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.00 hours per resident per day

• Part of the The Ensign Group chain (324 facilities)

Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Wausau, Wisconsin with 82 certified beds. It has been operating since 1993. The facility scored above average compared to Wisconsin facilities.

Beds
82
Avg Residents/Day
73.2
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 1993
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Marathon
Last Inspection
Jan 8, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5
Weighted Score
38.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (7)

F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 8, 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: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.25 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.66 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.08 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.00 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.34 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.08 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
0.0%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
3

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (8)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
GATEWAY HEALTHCARE LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jul 25, 2024
THE ENSIGN GROUP INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jul 25, 2024
NICHOLS, STEVENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 1, 2024
SPAULDING, JAREDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 27, 2024
BRAUER, AMYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 25, 2024
BURNAM, SOONCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 25, 2024
JORGENSEN, DAVIDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 25, 2024
SATO, AMICORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 9, 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation?▾
Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation had any health inspection violations?▾
Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation had 5 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 8, 2025). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation?▾
Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation provides 4.00 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.08 RN hours, 0.66 LPN hours, and 2.25 nurse aide hours.
How many beds does Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation have?▾
Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation has 82 certified beds with an average of 73.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 89% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the The Ensign Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation?▾
Yes, there are 3 other nursing homes in Wausau, Wisconsin with an average rating of 2.5/5. You can compare all facilities on the Wausau nursing homes page.

Part of The Ensign Group

This chain operates 324 facilities. View all →