Nursing Homes in Washburn County, Wisconsin

2 Medicare-certified nursing homes serve Washburn County, averaging 2.5 out of 5 overall among rated providers. Below are provider profiles with CMS ratings, inspections, staffing, and ownership.

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Browse: Nursing Homes in Wisconsin · all care types in Washburn County · Cities: Spooner, Shell Lake

Nursing Homes profiles in Washburn County

Nursing Home · For profit - Limited Liability company Dove Healthcare - Spooner Spooner, WI 54801 CMS rating 2.0 / 550 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Limited Liability company Shell Lake Health Care Center Shell Lake, WI 54871 CMS rating 3.0 / 550 beds

Cities in Washburn County

Spooner, WI 1 facilities Shell Lake, WI 1 facilities
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Choosing a nursing home in Washburn County

When comparing nursing homes, review the health inspection findings behind the star rating, check nurse staffing levels and turnover, and ask about rehabilitation services, memory care, and how care plans are reviewed.

Start by comparing CMS Five-Star ratings, which summarize health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. A high overall rating is a useful signal, but read the underlying inspection findings and staffing figures too - they show what is behind the score.

If you are choosing for yourself or a family member in Washburn County, visit in person when possible, ask about current availability, and confirm participation in Medicare and Medicaid. Ask how the provider handles care planning, family communication, and after-hours concerns.

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Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in Washburn County?
The current CMS data lists 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Washburn County, Wisconsin, with an average overall CMS rating of 2.5 out of 5 among rated providers.
Which cities in Washburn County have nursing homes?
Spooner, Shell Lake have Medicare-certified nursing homes in the current data.

Data sources

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog. Data processing date: 2026-10-06.

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