Ashland Health Services
1319 Beaser Ave · Ashland, WI · 54806 · 7156823468
117 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: North Shore Healthcare
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.48 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.15 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.10 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 53% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $19,988 |
Inspection citations (22 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F August 6, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 6, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F June 5, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F June 5, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E June 5, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F June 5, 2024
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C June 5, 2024
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G June 28, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 28, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 26, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| June 28, 2023 | Fine | $19,988 |
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 525386 · certified since May 1, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.