Columbus Health and Rehab

825 Western Ave · Columbus, WI · 53925 · 9206232520

50 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Mission Health Communities

Why this verdict

  • Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.

The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.

Red flags

No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 48
Serious harm & abuse 20% 94
Staffing 20% 73
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 26
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.643.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.880.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day3.20≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year49%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (15 in the current record)

  • Actual harm · G March 12, 2025

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Corrected April 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025

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

    Corrected April 2, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025

    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 April 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · F March 12, 2025

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected April 2, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F March 12, 2025

    Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

    Corrected April 2, 2025 · Administration

  • Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025

    Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

    Corrected April 2, 2025 · Administration

  • Potential for harm · F March 12, 2025

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected April 2, 2025 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Corrected April 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025 · found via complaint

    Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

    Corrected April 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D March 7, 2024 · found via complaint

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

    Corrected April 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D March 7, 2024 · found via complaint

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

    Corrected April 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D March 7, 2024 · found via complaint

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

    Corrected April 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D March 7, 2024 · found via complaint

    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.

    Corrected April 5, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · F March 7, 2024 · found via complaint

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected April 5, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F February 1, 2023

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected March 1, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 525445 · certified since November 1, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.