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Pine Crest Health and Memory Care

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise high quality of daily care. Still worth an in-person visit.

2100 E Sixth St, Merrill, WI 54452120 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.1/5

based on 10 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

While some families report positive experiences with the care provided, the reported issues regarding medication management and rule enforcement are concerning. We strongly recommend that you request a meeting with the nursing director to discuss their medication verification process and how they ensure consistent communication with families.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

10 reviews on Google
Pine Crest Health and Memory Care receives highly polarized feedback, ranging from praise for quality care to significant concerns regarding administrative oversight. While some families appreciate the facility as a safe transition for loved ones, others have reported issues with inconsistent rule enforcement and medication management errors.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff5.0CleanN/AActivitiesN/AMeds1.0MemoryN/AComms2.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • High quality of daily care
  • Supportive environment for residents transitioning from home

Concerns

  • Inconsistent enforcement of facility policies and safety protocols
  • Medication management errors

Rating Trends

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2344.02017(1)5.02019(1)5.02020(1)1.02021(1)5.02023(4)3.02025(2)

Distribution · 10 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the recent focus on medication management, could you walk me through the specific protocols and double-check systems you have in place to ensure accuracy for residents?
  • 2I noticed the staffing rating is lower than other areas; how do you manage daily support levels to ensure residents receive consistent attention throughout the day?
  • 3Communication is very important to our family; what is your standard process for keeping families updated on changes in care or daily health status?
  • 4With eight recent state violations, what specific steps has the leadership team taken to improve safety protocols and policy enforcement over the last few months?
  • 5I read that residents transitioning from home often find the environment very supportive; what daily activities or social programs do you offer to help new residents feel settled and engaged?
  • 6How does your nursing team handle urgent medical needs or emergencies, and what is your process for notifying family members during those situations?

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Key Review Excerpts

This is the facility where Aunt Jessie received extremely high quality care when living alone at home became too much for her to easily do.

Family member · 2023★★★★★

Next they were giving my family members pills that she took already. She ask for a pill list of what she takes. They never

Family member · 2021☆☆☆☆
Source: 10 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.87hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.07hrs
99%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
56%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
42%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

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

Medicare Rating
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

10

measures

Worse Than Avg

3

measures

Mixed Results

4

measures

Long-Stay Residents
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Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility27.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
27.1%
US
15.3%
WI
19.9%
Lincoln
20.7%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.2%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
5.2%
US
12.1%
WI
5.2%
Lincoln
4.8%

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

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Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.0%
Better than Avg
Here
12.0%
US
15.5%
WI
15.9%
Lincoln
16.9%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.7%
Better than Avg
Here
98.7%
US
95.5%
WI
95.0%
Lincoln
95.9%
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility18.3%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
18.3%
US
19.5%
WI
16.8%
Lincoln
21.4%
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility22.0%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
22.0%
US
19.4%
WI
25.0%
Lincoln
21.4%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility97.4%
Better than Avg
Here
97.4%
US
79.8%
WI
82.2%
Lincoln
82.2%
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility95.6%
Better than Avg
Here
95.6%
US
81.8%
WI
86.6%
Lincoln
83.3%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
WI
1.3%
Lincoln
1.6%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

8deficiencies
Near state avg (9.8)
4 complaint-triggered

Families have filed complaint reports triggering 4 deficiency findings at this facility, including concerns about medication management and care planning. The facility shows recurring issues with medication management, fire safety systems, and emergency preparedness across multiple surveys. While all deficiencies appear to have correction dates, the pattern of repeat violations in critical areas like pharmaceutical services and safety systems suggests ongoing operational challenges that families should investigate during visits.

Aug 27, 2025Complaint
1
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.

Jun 18, 2025Complaint
1
0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

May 1, 2025Routine
11
0291Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0346Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

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.

0223Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

0580Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

0677Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

0697Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0732Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Oct 14, 2024Complaint
1
0806Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Aug 20, 2024Complaint
1
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.

Mar 6, 2024Routine
5
0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

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.

0919Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

0882Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

0711Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Pine Crest Health and Memory Care

Organization Type

government

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

The Ensign Group

Chain Size

342 facilities nationwide

Ownership & Management

Owners

Port, Barry

Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf

Key personnel

Burnam, SoonManaging Control - Governing BodyJorgensen, DavidManaging Control - Governing BodyBurnam, SoonOfficer / DirectorKeetch, ChadOfficer / DirectorHanson, RyanManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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