Fond Du Lac, WI · 85 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Fond Du Lac's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,320–$12,060/mo
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Avina of Fond Du Lac
115 E Arndt St, Fond Du Lac, WI 54935 · Fond Du Lac County
45
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 86% full (43 of 50 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Fond Du Lac
Avina of Fond Du Lac is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fond Du Lac, WI, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 43 residents per day. It operates as part of the Avina Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.70 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.57 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $7,446 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.70 hrs/resident/day)
- •15 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Fond Du Lac options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 50
- Avg. residents/day
- 43
- Ownership
- For profit - Individual
- Part of a chain
- Avina Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 525270
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,320–$12,060/mo (median $10,390) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fond du Lac prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.70
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.57
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 37.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 15
- Federal fines
- 1 ($7,446)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-17
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (29 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-22Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2026-01-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
2026-01-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2026-01-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2025-07-17Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
2025-07-17Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-10-19 | Fine | $7,446 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
115 E Arndt St, Fond Du Lac, WI
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Avina of Fond Du Lac cost?
Avina of Fond Du Lac does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fond Du Lac, WI area typically runs $9,320–$12,060 per month (median $10,390, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Avina of Fond Du Lac's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Avina of Fond Du Lac 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Avina of Fond Du Lac?
Staff provide about 3.70 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Avina of Fond Du Lac?
Avina of Fond Du Lac has 29 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Avina of Fond Du Lac have availability?
Typically 86% full (43 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Avina of Fond Du Lac offer?
Avina of Fond Du Lac in Fond Du Lac, WI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 50 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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