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St Camillus Health Center

10101 W Wisconsin Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53226 · Milwaukee County

St. Camillus Life Plan Community has been providing quality, compassionate care for over 100 years. Our continuum of care offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing and Home & Community Based services.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 82% full — openings are usually available.

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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Wauwatosa

St Camillus Health Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Wauwatosa, WI, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 41 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.25 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.06 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $65,881 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.25 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•$65,881 in federal fines

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Wauwatosa, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 50
Avg. residents/day: 41
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 525382

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

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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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.25; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.06; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 45.3%; 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): 6
Federal fines: 2 ($65,881)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-04-14
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (17 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-07-08Severity 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.

2025-04-14Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.

2025-04-14Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-04-14Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

2025-04-14Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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 …

2025-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2024-02-01Severity J — immediate jeopardyFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

2024-02-01Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

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
2025-04-14	Fine	$45,591
2024-02-01	Fine	$20,290

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
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Wellness programs
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

10101 W Wisconsin Ave, Wauwatosa, WI

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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Common questions about St Camillus Health Center

How much does St Camillus Health Center cost?

St Camillus Health Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wauwatosa, 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 St Camillus Health Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates St Camillus Health Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at St Camillus Health Center?

Staff provide about 4.25 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at St Camillus Health Center?

St Camillus Health Center has 17 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does St Camillus Health Center have availability?

Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does St Camillus Health Center offer?

St Camillus Health Center in Wauwatosa, WI offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 50 beds.

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