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Middle River Health and Rehabilitation Center

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

8274 E San Rd, South Range, WI 5487486 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.7/5

based on 22 Google reviews

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4/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
  • Above-median deficiencies (11 vs median 7)
  • High staff turnover (63%)

Below average in WI · Below recommended RN staffing · Above recommended total nurse staffing · No penalties on record

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

While the facility is frequently praised for its cleanliness and the dedication of its staff, families should be aware of reports regarding staffing shortages. We recommend scheduling a tour during a weekend or evening shift to observe staffing levels and response times firsthand to ensure they meet your loved one's needs.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

22 reviews on Google
Middle River Health and Rehabilitation Center receives mixed feedback, with some families praising the dedicated, caring staff and clean environment, while others express significant concerns regarding staffing levels and overall quality of care. While some long-term residents and their families report positive experiences with activities and staff attentiveness, there are notable warnings from others about the facility's resource limitations and responsiveness.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
FoodN/AStaff6.0Clean8.0Activities7.0MedsN/AMemoryN/ACommsN/AValueN/A

Strengths

  • Dedicated and caring nursing staff
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Engaging activities for residents
  • Pleasant grounds and atmosphere

Concerns

  • Inadequate staffing levels (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

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Distribution · 24 analyzed

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4
5
3
3
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3
1
3

How They Respond to Reviews

9%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given that the facility has 86 residents, how do you ensure that each resident receives consistent, personalized attention throughout the day to maintain the high level of care your staff is known for?
  • 2With 11 recent state violations on record, could you walk me through the specific steps the leadership team has taken to address these issues and improve your overall quality of care?
  • 3I’ve read positive feedback about your activities program; could you show me a sample calendar and explain how you tailor these engagements to keep residents active and social?
  • 4How does your team manage staffing transitions to ensure that residents are never left waiting for assistance, especially during peak hours or shift changes?
  • 5In the event of a sudden medical change or emergency, what is the specific protocol for notifying family members and coordinating with local hospitals?
  • 6I noticed your facility has a 2-star CMS rating; what specific improvements or investments are you currently prioritizing to elevate the quality of life and care for your residents?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

This is no high-end place, but I have only seen kind, dedicated, caring staff. The building is tired and there seem to be few resources, but I have to hand it to staff who work for these struggling individuals so need of care and support.

Visitor/Observer · 2018★★★★

My mother at age 91 loves it. Plenty of things to do and very caring staff. This place is kept so clean that you don't want to leave.

Long-term resident's family · 2019★★★★★

Nice. Very clean, friendly, if very busy, staff. Residents have activities, beautiful grounds for the summer, and a pleasant atmosphere.

Visitor · 2014★★★★
Source: 22 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
1.08hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.44hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
61%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
50%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
1/ 5
Better Than Avg

10

measures

Worse Than Avg

7

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility31.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
31.0%
US
15.5%
WI
15.9%
Douglas
16.6%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility31.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
31.0%
US
19.4%
WI
25.0%
Douglas
24.0%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.6%
Better than Avg
Here
0.6%
US
12.1%
WI
5.2%
Douglas
9.6%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

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Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility24.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
24.0%
US
15.3%
WI
19.9%
Douglas
18.0%
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.4%
Better than Avg
Here
11.4%
US
19.5%
WI
16.8%
Douglas
18.4%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
WI
95.6%
Douglas
92.0%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility95.0%
Better than Avg
Here
95.0%
US
81.8%
WI
86.6%
Douglas
79.5%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility92.0%
Better than Avg
Here
92.0%
US
79.8%
WI
82.2%
Douglas
78.4%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility3.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
3.6%
US
1.6%
WI
1.3%
Douglas
1.6%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

13deficiencies
Above state avg (9.8)
9 complaint-triggered

This facility shows concerning patterns with families filing complaints that triggered 7 inspections, revealing recurring problems in medication management, fire safety systems, and quality of care. The most frequent issues involve fire safety equipment maintenance (sprinkler systems, alarms, smoke barriers) and medication services, with some problems persisting across multiple years despite reported corrections. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the repeated nature of safety violations and ongoing complaint activity suggest families should carefully evaluate current conditions during visits.

Feb 3, 2026Complaint
3
0689Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0610Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Aug 14, 2025Routine
18
0851Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0531Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

0657Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0541Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

0912Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

0923Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0211Potential for harm · Isolated

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0628Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0690Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0351Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0521Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Jun 25, 2025Complaint
3
0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

Apr 29, 2025Complaint
1
0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

Dec 2, 2024Complaint
1
0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

Jun 13, 2024Routine
4
0211Potential for harm · Pattern

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Middle River Health and Rehabilitation Center

Organization Type

for profit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Markowitz, Alan

Owner

100%

Key personnel

Kurtz, TammyManagerWiederin, JasonManagerKurtz, TammyAdp of the SnfWiederin, JasonAdp of the Snf
Source: Medicare provider data

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