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North Central Health Care

Below Average2-Star CMS Rating

2400 MARSHALL STREET, STE A, Wausau, WI 54403

159 Beds
Medicare Since 1967

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2400 MARSHALL STREET, STE A
Wausau, WI 54403

About North Central Health Care

Nursing home overview and details

North Central Health Care is a government-operated nursing home in Wausau, WI, serving Marathon County and the surrounding community. The facility has 159 certified beds with an average daily census of 123.8 residents.

North Central Health Care has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1967, bringing 59 years of experience in long-term care.

CMS has assigned this facility a 2-star quality rating. Families are encouraged to review the detailed quality and safety measures below. When choosing a nursing home in Wausau, WI, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating2/5 Stars
Certified Beds159
Avg. Residents/Day123.8
OwnershipGovernment - County
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyMarathon
Affiliated Doctors8

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

North Central Health Care has received a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS. Families considering this facility may want to discuss quality improvement efforts with the administration and review the detailed inspection and staffing data below.

Health Inspection

Below Average

Quality Measures

Very Good

Staffing

Very Good

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

North Central Health Care provides 4.31 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 1.40 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 34.7%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 33.3%. Weekend staffing averages 3.96 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day1.40
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.31
Total Nurse Turnover Rate34.7%
RN Turnover Rate33.3%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.96

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

North Central Health Care has received 2 fines totaling $79,192. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines2 ($79,192)
Total Penalties2

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About North Central Health Care

What is the CMS rating for North Central Health Care?

North Central Health Care has a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does North Central Health Care have?

North Central Health Care has 159 certified beds with an average daily census of 123.8 residents.

What type of facility is North Central Health Care?

North Central Health Care is a government - county nursing home serving Marathon County in Wausau, WI.

How many doctors practice at North Central Health Care?

8 physicians are affiliated with North Central Health Care. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does North Central Health Care have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. North Central Health Care has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·