About Gundersen St Elizabeth's Care Center
Gundersen St Elizabeth's Care Center, located in WABASHA, MN, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid. It is located within a hospital setting.
Why Families Choose Gundersen St Elizabeth's Care Center
- Top Ranked: Ranked #4 out of 16 facilities within 25 miles.
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 3 Stars
- Nursing Hours N/A
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 3 |
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| Health Inspection | 4 |
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| Quality Measures | 2 |
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| Staffing | 1 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 24 | May 21, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 19 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | N/A |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | N/A |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.7% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.8% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 26.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 6.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 1.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 1.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 2.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 94.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 82.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 23.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 6.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 95.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 89.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 6.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 23.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 11.4% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2025: 2 complaints
- Total: 2 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2025 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. |
| Jul 31, 2025 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. |
Nearby Hospitals
WINONA HEALTH SERVICES
WINONA, MN
ST ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER
WABASHA, MN
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM - LAKE CITY
LAKE CITY, MN
CHIPPEWA VALLEY HOSPITAL
DURAND, WI
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
SAINT ELIZABETHS HOSPITAL OF WABASHA INC
Ownership Structure
- BELLIN GUNDERSEN HEALTH SYSTEM INC Indirect
- GUNDERSEN LUTHERAN HEALTH SYSTEM INC Direct: 100%
Management & Direction
- BELLIN GUNDERSEN HEALTH SYSTEM INC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DANIEL COENEN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CINDY DENK CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- EMILY DURAND CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL EBERSOLD CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PAUL FISCH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- GUNDERSEN LUTHERAN HEALTH SYSTEM INC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- LLOYD HAAS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PAUL MCLELLAN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- KRISTI PETERSEN ADP OF THE SNF
- KRISTI PETERSEN CORPORATE OFFICER
- JAMES ROOT CORPORATE OFFICER
- DENNIS SPANO ADP OF THE SNF
- DENNIS SPANO OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- RICHARD VAPLON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JOHN WOLFE CORPORATE OFFICER
- BEVERLY YOUNGBAUER CORPORATE DIRECTOR
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charter House Inc | N/A | 5 |
| American Lutheran Home-Mondovi | N/A | 5 |
| Ellsworth Health Services | N/A | 5 |
| Gundersen St Elizabeth's Care Center | N/A | 3 |
| The Green Prairie Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Lake Winona Manor | N/A | 5 |
| Madonna Towers of Rochester | N/A | 4 |
| Mayo Clinic Health System - Lake City | N/A | 5 |
| Plum City Care Ctr | N/A | 4 |
| Samaritan Bethany Home On Eighth | N/A | 3 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Gundersen St Elizabeth's Care Center directly at 6515654581. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.