Oakwood Health Services
2512 New Pine Dr, Altoona, WI 54720 · Eau Claire County · (715) 833-0400
80 certified beds, about 59 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1990
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 525454 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on March 11, 2026, inspectors cited 9 health deficiencies (the Wisconsin average is 9.5, the national average 9.2).
Of 24 health citations since October 2023, 2 were rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (2 immediate jeopardy).
CMS lists 2 fines totaling $36,552 in the last three years; the largest was $22,925, and the latest is dated February 20, 2025.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 4.08 hours per resident per day, against 4.21 across Wisconsin and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 1.03 of those hours.
32.1% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Wisconsin average 46.9%).
CMS links it to North Shore Healthcare, an affiliated group of 59 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 24 health citations on file.
March 11, 2026Standard inspection · 9 citations
- E Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility did not ensure that pain management is provided to residents who require such services, consistent with professional standards of practice, the comprehensive person-centered care plan, and the residents' goals and preferences for 7 of 7 residents reviewed (R7, R11, R39, R41, R44, R70, and R74). There was no documentation of non-pharmacological interventions for pain for R7, R11, R39, R41, R44, R70, and R74. Facility ran out of pain medications for R44.
- D Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility did not determine safe self-administration of medications for 1 out of 17 residents (R) reviewed (R39). Surveyor observed R39 to have a cup of medications on the bedside table sitting in front of her while she was sleeping in her chair. R39 did not have an assessment for self-administration of medications, and R39 did not have a physician's order for self-administration. This is evidenced by: The facility's policy titled, Medication Administration, Section 7.3, Self-Administration by Resident dated 1/26, states in part, . Residents who desire to self-administer medications are permitted to do so with a prescriber's order and if the medications are appropriate and safe for self-administration. The facility's policy titled, Medication Administration, Section 7.1, General Guidelines dated 1/26, states in part, 13. [...]
- D Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility did not ensure 1 resident (R39) of 5 medication administration observations was fully informed of but not limited to; resident rights and required medication information with options as requested by R39 prior to administering R39's medications during medication administration. Registered Nurse (RN) N did not provide information as requested by R39 before administering questionable medications that R39 had concern for.
- D Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility did not ensure employees were screened for a prior history of abuse, neglect, exploitation of residents, or misappropriation of resident property for 1 of 8 employees reviewed. The facility did not ensure their abuse policy was implemented when one employee's background information disclosure (BID) was not obtained before employee started working at facility. (LPN M).
- D Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility did not ensure that a resident receives appropriate treatment and services to prevent urinary tract infections to the extent possible for 1 of 3 reviewed. (R20)-R20 has a suprapubic catheter, and it was not kept below the bladder level. The facility policy titled, Catheter Care, dated 03/15/23, indicates drainage bags are to be located below the level of the bladder to discourage backflow of urine. There is no mention of proper tubing placement. R20 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including multiple sclerosis, retention of urine, dysfunction of bladder, cystostomy, and history of MRSA. R20's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], indicated that R20 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 6 out of 15 indicating that R20 had moderately impaired cognition. [...]
- D Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility did not ensure ongoing assessment of the resident's condition and monitoring for complications before dialysis treatments for 2 of 2 residents reviewed (R1, R6). R1 and R6 did not have pre-dialysis weights performed. Previous dialysis day's weights utilized for majority of assessments.
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility did not ensure drugs and biologicals were labeled with an open date/expiration date in accordance with currently accepted professional principles for 1 of 1 resident (R) (R11). Facility did not have an open/expiration date label on R11's opened bottle of Roxanol.
- D Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility did not provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them when consuming meals for 1 of 17 residents reviewed. (R14)R14 requires the use of a divided plate, built up utensils, and a nosey cup. R14 was not provided with built up utensils or the nosey cup during lunch. R14 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that include dementia, stroke, abnormal posture, dysphagia, and diabetes. R14's most recent Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) score was 0 of 15 which indicates R14 had severe cognitive impairment. R14's care plan with a revision date of 01/27/26 notes R14 is at risk for nutritional status due to diabetes and dementia. Interventions include set up assistance and to encourage to use divided plates, nosey cup, built-up utensils and clothing protector. [...]
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility did not establish and maintain an infection prevention and control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections for 1 out of 3 residents (R) observed for wound care (R70) Staff did not change gloves or perform hand hygiene during observation of wound care. R70's wound suction tubing was unplugged, and the open end of suction vacuum tubing was touching the floor. Staff did not clean or disinfect the tubing end prior to reconnecting to clean wound suction dressing.
June 3, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, observation and interview, the facility did not ensure the residents remain free of possible accidental hazards. Facility did not ensure staff were applying the correct size Hoyer (mechanical full body lift) sling to prevent accidents for 1 of 10 residents (R) reviewed. (R3). Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) used a size large instead of the care planned size medium Hoyer sling for R3. This occurred after nursing staff received education and skill checks within the last month.
February 20, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- J Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to protect the resident's right to be free from mental abuse by staff. This affected 1 of 3 residents (R1) reviewed for mental abuse. Staff held R1 down and forced R1 to be catherized against her wishes. As a result, R1 experienced severe trauma and fear, stating she did not feel safe in the facility and requested to be removed from the facility. The facility's failure to ensure R1 was free from abuse created a finding of immediate jeopardy that began on 2/01/25. Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) A, Director of Nursing (DON) B and [NAME] President of Success (VPS) G were notified of the immediate jeopardy on 2/12/25 at 3:32 PM. The immediate jeopardy was removed 02/01/25 and corrected on 02/03/25. Based on this determination, this citation is being cited as past noncompliance. This is evidenced by: [...]
December 18, 2024Standard inspection · 4 citations
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility did not establish an Infection Control Program under which it investigates, controls, and prevents infections in the facility, or a system for recording incidents identified under the facility's Infection Control Program, including corrective action in a timely manner, for both residents and staff. This has the potential to affect all 39 residents in the facility. The facility did not have an adequate surveillance in place for tracking and monitoring infection and communicable disease for staff and residents. The facility did not ensure proper fitting N95 mask for staff with facial hair of a full beard. Facility staff did not dispose of contaminated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) before exiting COVID positive rooms. [...]
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility did not develop a person-centered care plan for 1 of 12 sampled residents (R35). The facility did not identify R35's individual choices and daily routines, which had the potential to negatively impact R35's quality of care and quality of life. During the comprehensive assessment, R35 indicated a desire to smoke. R35's comprehensive care plan did not address R35's preferences for smoking, which resulted in R35 complaining of not being able to smoke, feeling frustrated with staff, and expressing negative behaviors.
- 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 medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility did not ensure a resident with limited range of motion receives appropriate treatment and services to increase range of motion and/or to prevent further decrease in range of motion for 1 of 2 residents (R28) reviewed. The facility did not implement R28's Range of Motion (ROM) developed plan of care. This is evidenced by: R28 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. R28's diagnoses, that include but are not limited to, are hemiplegia affecting right dominant side, rheumatoid arthritis, and right shoulder contracture. R28's Minimum Data Set (MDS) annual assessment dated [DATE] and quarterly assessment dated [DATE] were reviewed. R28's Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) score is 15 out of 15, indicating cognition is intact. R28 requires the assist of 1 staff member with transfers and bed mobility. [...]
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility did not use a gait belt to promote safe transfer for 1 of 2 residents. (R9) This is evidenced by: Surveyor reviewed the facility's policy titled, NSG-Safe Resident Handling and Transfers. Policy: It is the policy of this facility to ensure that residents are handled and transferred safely to prevent or minimize risk for injury and provide and promote a safe, secure, and comfortable experience .in accordance with standards and guidelines. The following numbers of sections relate to the numbered section in the policy. 1. The interdisciplinary team or designee will evaluate and assess each resident's individual mobility needs, taking into account other facts as well, such as weight and cognitive status. 2. [...]
August 26, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- J Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility did not ensure each resident receives cares consistent with professional standards of practice to prevent pressure injuries (PIs) for 2 of 4 sampled residents (R)1 and R3. On admission 5/20/24, staff identified R1 had a suspected deep tissue injury (DTI) from the coccyx to the peri area. Physician, Director of Nursing, or wound nurse were not notified of this suspected DTI. No care plan or interventions were put in place for the pressure injury. Pressure injury assessments were not completed after the identification of the DTI on 5/20/24. As a result, R1 developed an unstageable pressure injury and sepsis. R1 required hospitalization and surgical debridement of the PI. The PI was staged as a stage 4 pressure injury. [...]
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to notify resident's physician about a change in condition for 1 of 4 sampled residents (R)1. The facility did not inform physician about a deep tissue injury and change in vital signs for R1.
July 9, 2024Complaint inspection · 3 citations
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility did not establish an Infection Control Program under which it investigates, controls, and prevents infections in the facility, and a system for recording incidents identified under the facility's Infection Control Program, including corrective action in a timely manner, for both residents and staff. This has the potential to affect all 51 residents in the facility. The facility did not have a tracking program in place for the early detection of infected and exposed residents (R) and staff for scabies. Multiple nursing staff members worked when they had scabies and were being treated, then worked on multiple other resident units, thus exposing other residents to scabies. The facility did not have a tracking program in place for the early detection of exposed residents on these other units. This is evidenced by: [...]
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and record review, the facility did not ensure 1 of 3 residents (R2) were provided care and services to promote regular bowel movements (BM) that are in accordance with the resident's preferences, goals for care and professional standards of practice that will meet each resident's physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and record reviews, the facility did not calculate 1 of 3 sampled residents' (R2) fluid intakes who are at high risk for dehydration, in order to determine if meeting a sufficient fluid intake to maintain or improve proper hydration and health. This is evidenced by: The facility policy, entitled Hydration, dated 07/26/22 states, The facility offers each resident sufficient fluid, including water and other liquids, consistent with resident needs and preferences to maintain proper hydration and health. Sufficient fluid means the amount of fluid needed to prevent dehydration (output of fluids far exceeds fluid intake: and maintain health. The amount needed is specific for each resident and fluctuates as the resident's condition fluctuates (i.e., increase fluids if resident has fever or diarrhea). [...]
October 25, 2023Standard inspection · 4 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interviews, the facility did not ensure food is not stored and or prepared under sanitary conditions. This has the potential to affect all 57 residents. Thermometer not cleaned before taking temperature of food. Gloved hands used to touch meat that has touched other surfaces. Gloves used to prepare food not changed between tasks. Cake cooled in front of an open window.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility did not maintain an infection prevention and control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections. Staff observed not wearing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in a Resident (R) room on contact precautions for 1 of 1 resident on transmission based precautions. (R36) Staff did not offer hand hygiene in small dining room for breakfast served to 3 out of 8 sampled residents (R). (R14, R252, R102) Staff did not perform appropriate hygiene after allowing a resident to kiss and lick their arm. Staff did not perform hand hygiene during room tray delivery and between patient care areas for 6 out of 7 sampled residents. [...]
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility did not ensure that residents receive treatment and care in accordance with professional standards of practice for 1 of 4 residents (R26) reviewed for skin concerns. R26 had a left hip surgery on 6/22/23 requiring daily dressing changes along with comprehensive assessments after the removal of the wound vac on 6/27/23. The facility did not complete the ordered daily dressing changes and did not complete weekly comprehensive assessments of the incision site. This was evidenced by: The facility policy, entitled Pressure Injuries and Non-Pressure Injuries, dated 7/20/22, states: [...]
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility did not ensure the resident environment remains as free of accident hazards as is possible and each resident receives adequate supervision to prevent accidents for 1 of 1 residents (R26). R26, who is her own person, left the facility without letting staff know she was leaving. The facility was not aware R26 was missing until they received a call from R26's daughter. No interventions were put in place after the incident that would bring awareness of this behavior and prevent future unsafe behaviors. This was evidenced by: The facility policy, entitled Elopement/Unsafe Wandering, dated 8/09/22, states: [...]
Fire safety inspections
8 fire safety citations on file: 5 on March 11, 2026, 1 on December 18, 2024, 2 on October 25, 2023.
Every fire safety citation8 citations
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- D Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
- D Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- D Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
- D Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- C Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2025 | Fine | $22,925 |
| August 26, 2024 | Fine | $13,627 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Wisconsin | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 4.08 | 4.21 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 1.03 | 0.99 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.55 | 3.77 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.33 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.73 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 32.1% | 46.9% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 33.3% | 39.7% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 1 |
CMS expects 4.13 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 4.30 on weekdays and 3.55 on weekends, 17% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.0% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.69 in April to June 2025 to 4.08 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.08 | 1.03 | 4.30 | 3.55 | 0.0% | 0 of 90 | 59 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.93 | 1.15 | 4.13 | 3.44 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 55 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.71 | 1.13 | 3.87 | 3.30 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 47 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.69 | 1.18 | 3.85 | 3.27 | 0.0% | 0 of 91 | 43 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Wisconsin, Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.19 | 0.95 | 4.36 | 3.74 | 8.8% | 0.3% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Wisconsin | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 22.1 | 16.1 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 2.5 | 2.1 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 4.8 | 2.6 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 4.8 | 3.3 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 32.0 | 18.4 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.6 | 5.0 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 12.2 | 15.8 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 9.4 | 23.1 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 23.0 | 15.5 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.9 | 1.7 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 2.1 | 2.3 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: NSH ALTOONA LLC. CMS links this home to North Shore Healthcare, a group of 59 nursing homes averaging 2.7 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nshf Operations LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 100% | 07/24/2017 |
| Mills, David | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 20% | 06/29/2017 |
| Cibc Bank USA | 5% or greater security interest | Organization | 12/31/2024 | |
| Baumann, Troy | Corporate director | Individual | 06/29/2017 | |
| Hoehn, Jeffrey | Corporate director | Individual | 06/29/2017 | |
| Cibc Bank USA | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 12/31/2024 | |
| Cliftonlarsonallen LLP | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 05/22/2018 | |
| Continuum Therapy Partners LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 03/01/2025 | |
| North Shore Healthcare LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 10/01/2017 | |
| Nsh Rehab LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 03/01/2025 | |
| Wipfli LLP | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 02/01/2002 | |
| Baumann, Troy | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 10/01/2017 | |
| Belongia, Christina | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 11/01/2019 | |
| Gee, Darren | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 11/30/2021 | |
| Greer, Lauren | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 11/29/2023 | |
| Hoehn, Jeffrey | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 10/01/2017 | |
| Hostetler, Harry | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 08/01/2025 | |
| Patzer, Colleen | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 02/14/2023 | |
| Purtell, Brian | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 06/01/2018 | |
| Shrader, Kaiya | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 09/30/2025 | |
| Cliftonlarsonallen LLP | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/12/2025 | |
| Continuum Therapy Partners LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/12/2025 | |
| North Shore Healthcare LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/09/2025 | |
| Nsh Rehab LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 06/11/2025 | |
| Nshf Wisconsin LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/12/2025 | |
| Oakwood Property Holdings, LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/01/2022 | |
| Wipfli LLP | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/12/2025 | |
| Baumann, Troy | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/01/2017 | |
| Belongia, Christina | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 11/01/2011 | |
| Gee, Darren | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 11/30/2021 | |
| Greer, Lauren | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 11/29/2023 | |
| Hoehn, Jeffrey | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/01/2017 | |
| Hostetler, Harry | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 08/01/2025 | |
| Patzer, Colleen | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 02/14/2023 | |
| Purtell, Brian | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 06/01/2018 | |
| Shrader, Kaiya | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 09/30/2025 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 11 problems in this area, most recently on March 11, 2026: "Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services."
- What changed in infection control since the last inspection, and who on staff is the infection preventionist?Inspectors cited 4 problems in this area, most recently on March 11, 2026: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 3 problems in this area, most recently on March 11, 2026: "Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate."
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on March 11, 2026: "Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 3.55 hours per resident per day, below the Wisconsin average of 3.77.
- How long has the current administrator been here?CMS counts 1 administrator who left in the period it measured.
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Wisconsin contacts for a concern about a nursing home
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- Inspections and complaints: Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance, Nursing Homes, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Wisconsin Board on Aging and Long Term Care, Ombudsman Program, 1-800-815-0015. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: Wisconsin DHS Provider Search (Survey History), where Wisconsin publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Oakwood Health Services's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Oakwood Health Services 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Oakwood Health Services get at its last inspection?
- 9 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on March 11, 2026. The Wisconsin average is 9.5.
- Has Oakwood Health Services been fined?
- Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $36,552 in the last three years.
- Does Oakwood Health Services accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Oakwood Health Services?
- CMS lists 36 owners and managers, and links the home to North Shore Healthcare. Legal business name: NSH ALTOONA LLC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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