Lasata Care Center
Scout 96Cedarburg, WI · 106 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Cedarburg's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,850–$12,750/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Chi Franciscan Villa
3601 S Chicago Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172 · Milwaukee County
9
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (84 of 90 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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Chi Franciscan Villa is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in South Milwaukee, WI, with 90 certified beds and an average of about 84 residents per day. It operates as part of the Commonspirit Health network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.16 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.59 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 24 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $271,775 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.16 hrs/resident/day)
- •24 deficiencies at last survey
- •$271,775 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated South Milwaukee options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 90
- Avg. residents/day
- 84
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Commonspirit Health
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 525526
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 | $9,850–$12,750/mo (median $10,980) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,150–$7,740/mo (median $6,340) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Milwaukee 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
- 3.16
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.59
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 24
- Federal fines
- 4 ($271,775)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-20
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (76 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-18Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2026-02-18Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2026-02-18Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-20 | Fine | $44,532 |
| 2024-11-08 | Fine | $121,797 |
| 2023-12-05 | Fine | $15,593 |
| 2023-12-05 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-07-12 | Fine | $89,853 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
3601 S Chicago Ave, South Milwaukee, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Chi Franciscan Villa
How much does Chi Franciscan Villa cost?
Chi Franciscan Villa does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the South Milwaukee, WI area typically runs $9,850–$12,750 per month (median $10,980, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Chi Franciscan Villa's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Chi Franciscan Villa 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Chi Franciscan Villa?
Staff provide about 3.16 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Chi Franciscan Villa?
Chi Franciscan Villa has 76 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Chi Franciscan Villa have availability?
Typically 94% full (84 of 90 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Chi Franciscan Villa offer?
Chi Franciscan Villa in South Milwaukee, WI offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 90 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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