Fond du Lac Lutheran Home

• Star rating

  The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

• Ownership

  CMS lists this home under a new chain.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

• Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

  CMS lists it as corrected on June 3, 2026.

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• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

• Fine

  CMS changed the fine from March 27, 2025 from $14,020 to $9,113.

• Star rating

  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

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

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 25, 2025.

• Citation F0553. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 25, 2025.

• Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 25, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2023.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation E0006. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 23, 2025.

• Citation E0036. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Establish emergency prep training and testing.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 24, 2025.

• Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 17, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2023.

• Citation K0223. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 18, 2025.

• Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 21, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2023.

• Citation K0355. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 30, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0355 2 times since 2024.

• Citation K0372. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0372 2 times since 2023.

• Citation K0500. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 23, 2025.

• Citation K0521. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0521 2 times since 2023.

• Citation K0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 23, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0712 2 times since 2023.

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• Star rating

  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

71 of 323 Wisconsin homes (22%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.

• Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 22, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for F0689 4 times since 2023.

• Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 22, 2025.

• Citation F0947. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 22, 2025.

• Citation F0846. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have policies and procedures ensuring the administrator's responsibilities for facility closure are completed successfully.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 22, 2025.

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CMS fine of $9,113 on March 27, 2025.

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• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

• Staffing

  Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.4 to 3.0 hours per resident per day.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

• Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

  CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.

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• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

67 of 323 Wisconsin homes (21%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.

• Citation F0684. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 17, 2024.

  CMS has cited this home for F0684 4 times since 2023.

• Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 22, 2024.

  CMS has cited this home for F0610 2 times since 2023.

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• Fine

  CMS changed the fine from March 29, 2022 from $15,833 to $16,188.

• Star rating

  The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

  CMS has cited this home for F0725 2 times since 2023.

• Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

• Citation F0551. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

• Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

  CMS has cited this home for F0554 2 times since 2023.

• Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

• Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

  CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2023.

• Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

• Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

  CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2023.

• Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

• Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

• Citation F0691. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

• Citation F0700. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

• Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

• Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

• Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2024.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation E0007. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation E0013. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2024.

• Citation E0029. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Develop a communication plan.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation E0035. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation E0041. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Implement emergency and standby power systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0346. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0354. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0355. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0741. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2024.

• Citation K0781. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0916. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 30, 2024.

• Citation K0132. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Meet requirements for outpatient facilities located next to inpatient facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0222. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0225. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0311. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 20, 2024.

• Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 3, 2024.

• Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 15, 2024.

• Citation K0362. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

  CMS lists it as corrected on September 20, 2024.

• Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  CMS lists it as corrected on December 24, 2024.

• Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0751. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0753. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0925. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that sources of ignition are removed from patients receiving respiratory therapy.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

• Citation K0912. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2024.

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• Fine

  CMS changed the fine from March 29, 2022 from $15,000 to $15,833.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

• Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.

• Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.

• Citation F0726. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

  CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.

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• Star rating

  The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

• Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.

• Citation F0585. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

  CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.

  CMS has cited this home for F0585 2 times since 2023.

• Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0725. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation F0585. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation K0521. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation K0300. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

• Citation K0345. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on July 7, 2023.

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