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GRACE LUTHERAN COMMUNITIES - RIVER PINES

206 N WILLSON DR, ALTOONA, WI 54720
Score: 86 / 100

Among nursing homes in Wisconsin, Grace Lutheran Communities - River Pines stands out with an A grade and a score of 86 out of 100. It ranks in the 79th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing levels at Grace Lutheran Communities - River Pines exceed national averages, with 4.66 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.18 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Grace Lutheran Communities - River Pines shows a strong inspection record, with just 5 deficiencies noted in recent CMS surveys, none of which were classified as serious.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.66 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.18 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.54 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.94 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.09 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.76 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

5
Total Deficiencies
Feb 25, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 5 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0801 Severity F
    Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qu
    Feb 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Feb 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0688 Severity D
    Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medic
    Feb 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Feb 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0755 Severity D
    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    Feb 25, 2025 · Pharmacy Service 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 5.3% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.6% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 10.2% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.3% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 13.8% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 4.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 35.8% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 86 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
50
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Feb 25, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5