Who owns Wisconsin nursing homes
Ownership shapes staffing and cost decisions. Here is how Wisconsin nursing homes compare by ownership type, and which chains operate the most homes.
CMS data as of August 1, 2026. Nursing homes only; assisted living is not covered by Medicare ratings.
By ownership type
| Ownership | Homes | Average Medicare stars | Typical nursing hours | Share fined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For profit | 199 | 2.7 | 3.73 hrs | 45% |
| Non profit | 86 | 3.3 | 4.41 hrs | 41% |
| Government | 38 | 3.9 | 4.65 hrs | 32% |
Largest chains in Wisconsin
60% of Wisconsin nursing homes belong to a chain. Counts are homes we list in Wisconsin.
- North sHore healthcare53 homes · average 2.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- Complete care13 homes · average 2.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Champion care13 homes · average 2.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Eden sEnior care12 homes · average 2.9 of 5 Medicare stars
- Dove healthcare11 homes · average 3.2 of 5 Medicare stars
- Avina healthcare9 homes · average 2.2 of 5 Medicare stars
- Bedrock healthcare7 homes · average 1.1 of 5 Medicare stars
- WisConsIn illinois sEnior housIng, inc.6 homes · average 1.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- Rennes group6 homes · average 4.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Synergy sEnior care5 homes · average 2.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Care & rehab5 homes · average 3.2 of 5 Medicare stars
- Real property health facilities5 homes · average 2.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- Illuminus5 homes · average 2.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- The ensIgn group5 homes · average 3.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- Health dimensIons group4 homes · average 2.8 of 5 Medicare stars
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information (ownership type, chain affiliation). Averages are simple averages of Medicare overall star ratings; they describe groups, not any single home. A ranking is a starting point for questions, not a verdict. Always check the current Medicare record and visit in person.