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Nursing homes in Lincoln County, Wisconsin
There are 3 certified nursing homes in Lincoln County, Wisconsin, with 220 beds between them.
33% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (41%). Inspectors recorded 59 health deficiencies over three cycles, 26.8 per 100 beds against 36.4 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $5K across 2 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Lincoln County | Wisconsin | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 3 | 323 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 33% | 41% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 26.8 | 36.4 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.6 | 4.0 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $5K | $14M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Crest Health and Memory Care | Merrill | 120 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 20 | 16.7 | — | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Riverview Health Services | Tomahawk | 50 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 14 | 28.0 | $5K | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Tomahawk Health Services | Tomahawk | 50 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 25 | 50.0 | — | 1 Apr 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 6 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 5 |
| F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | 3 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 3 |
| F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | 3 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 3 |
Chains present: North Shore Healthcare (2), The Ensign Group (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Lincoln County, Wisconsin?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 220 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Lincoln County have the highest CMS ratings?
Pine Crest Health and Memory Care (3 stars), Riverview Health Services (3 stars), Tomahawk Health Services (2 stars)
How do Lincoln County nursing homes compare with Wisconsin?
33% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 41% statewide; citations run at 26.8 per 100 beds against 36.4 statewide.