Wisconsin: CMS Rating Breakdown

Wisconsin is home to 323 CMS-certified nursing homes. According to current CMS data, these facilities carry an average Five-Star overall rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars. The ownership structure breaks down as follows: 195 for-profit facilities, 89 nonprofit facilities, and 39 government-operated facilities.

The Five-Star rating system serves as a relative measure with documented limitations. A statewide average represents a broad indicator of the landscape but should not be interpreted as an assessment of any individual facility's quality. When making decisions about a specific nursing home, prospective residents and their families should consult the per-facility pages and each facility's current Care Compare profile directly, as these sources provide detailed, facility-specific information necessary for meaningful evaluation.

How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.

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Informational only — not medical, financial, or legal advice. Senior Care by State reports official CMS Five-Star Quality data, which is a relative measure with documented limitations — not a recommendation or a guarantee that any facility is right for you. Choosing care is a personal medical and financial decision: confirm the current details with the facility directly, talk with the resident’s physician and care team, and verify ratings and coverage on Medicare.gov or with your state’s long-term-care or health agency before relying on anything here. For medical, financial, or legal questions, consult a qualified professional.