Waunakee Valley Senior Living

WAUNAKEE, WI • CMS Certification: 525098

  • Date Updated: May 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 4 Stars
  • Address: 801 KLEIN DR, WAUNAKEE WI 53597
  • Phone: 6088495016

About Waunakee Valley Senior Living

Waunakee Valley Senior Living, located in WAUNAKEE, WI, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid. This facility is part of a continuing care retirement community.

Why Families Choose Waunakee Valley Senior Living

  • High Quality Care: With a 4-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 4 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 3.52 hrs
  • Safety Record Clean

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the TRILOGY HEALTH SERVICES network. This chain operates 124 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
3.5
Staffing
3.2
Quality
4.8

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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).

Below Average Staffing

Waunakee Valley Senior Living provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.60 hrs/day
State: 0.98 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.68
Quality Adj: 0.59

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.48 hrs/day
State: 1.63 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 0.86
Quality Adj: 0.88

Certified Assistants

2.04 hrs/day
State: 2.57 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 2.34
Quality Adj: 2.02

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 4
Health Inspection 3
Quality Measures 5
Staffing 2

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 20 Jan 23, 2025
Weighted Average 59 Combined Score
Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

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) 20.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 8.9%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) 2.6%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) 2.5%

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) 6.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 3.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 4.3%
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) 2.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 0.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) 5.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 7.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) 98.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 97.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 1.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 29.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 20.2%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2024: 11 complaints
  • 2025: 2 complaints
  • Total: 13 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Feb 21, 2025 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Feb 21, 2025 Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Dec 12, 2024 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Dec 06, 2024 Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Dec 06, 2024 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Oct 30, 2024 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Oct 18, 2024 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Oct 18, 2024 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Sep 03, 2024 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Sep 03, 2024 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Feb 05, 2024 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Feb 05, 2024 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Feb 05, 2024 Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

AHR WAUNAKEE TRS SUB, LLC

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

Associated Doctors

No associated doctor information available.

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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

Waunakee Valley Senior Living has a 4-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates excellent quality care above average standards. The nursing staff spends 3.52 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Waunakee Valley Senior Living is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • 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
The facility has 94 certified beds.

Waunakee Valley Senior Living accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • 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 Waunakee Valley Senior Living directly at 6088495016. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Waunakee Valley Senior Living, pay attention to these important factors:

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.

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