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SAUK CO HEALTH CARE CENTER

1051 CLARK ST, REEDSBURG, WI 53959
Score: 26 / 100

With a score of 26/100, Sauk Co Health Care Center ranks in the bottom tier of Wisconsin nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing levels at Sauk Co Health Care Center exceed national averages, with 4.81 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.99 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent CMS inspections identified 13 deficiencies at Sauk Co Health Care Center, including 4 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.81 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.99 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.77 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.05 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.18 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.64 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

13
Total Deficiencies
Dec 2, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 9 Moderate 🔴 4 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Dec 2, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0610 Severity D
    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    Dec 2, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity J
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Apr 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Apr 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0607 Severity D
    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
    Apr 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 2.7% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.6% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 15.0% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 2.9% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 28.4% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 2.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 16.4% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

3 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $160,977

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 26 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - County
Certified Beds
82
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 6, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7