Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Rice Lake, Wisconsin
1 of 2 nursing homes in Rice Lake (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Wisconsin statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
100
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$163,069 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
79 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 2 facilities and 50% recommended. Families should note that while DOVE HEALTHCARE - RICE LAKE is a top choice, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $163,069.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 DOVE HEALTHCARE - RICE LAKE (90) — Dove Healthcare - Rice Lake shines with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. Its A grade reflects the commitment to quality care, and the absence of fines demonstrates a safe, well-managed environment. With 50 beds, residents benefit from personalized attention in a supportive setting.
The other 1 Rice Lake facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $163K.
Recommended
Dove Healthcare - Rice Lake shines with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. Its A grade reflects the commitment to quality care, and the absence of fines demonstrates a safe, well-managed environment. With 50 beds, residents benefit from personalized attention in a supportive setting.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Rice Lake Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.18 | 1.32 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 2 | 48.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $163,069
Questions Rice Lake Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Rice Lake's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Rice Lake facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Rice Lake avg is 79 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Rice Lake facilities average 48.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Rice Lake at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — nearly half the market
- $163K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $163K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 45.0 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 100% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 0% government
- 48.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Rice Lake, WI are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Rice Lake (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Rice Lake "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Rice Lake?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.