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Watertown Health Care Center, Watertown, WI: 1 star rating, fined $278,229 across 5 fines and had 2 payment denials

Watertown Health Care Center in Watertown, WI is owned by 3 individuals whom CMS lists (names not shown), is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $278,229 across 5 fines and had 2 payment denials in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 96 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on August 27, 2026, and 14 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
121 Hospital Dr., Watertown, WI 53098
Overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
1 of 5
Quality measure rating
2 of 5
Certified beds
112
Residents per day
90 on average
Ownership type
For profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
Bedrock HCS at Watertown LLC
Chain
Bedrock Healthcare, 9 facilities
Special focus
Special focus candidate
Fines
$278,229 across 5 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
2
Health citations
96, of which 14 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
August 27, 2026
CMS Certification Number
525333
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
October 17, 2024Fine$176,721Not listeddata.cms.gov
October 17, 2024Payment denialNot listedNovember 15, 202443data.cms.gov
June 4, 2024Fine$40,072Not listeddata.cms.gov
June 4, 2024Fine$15,939Not listeddata.cms.gov
June 4, 2024Payment denialNot listedAugust 9, 202460data.cms.gov
March 4, 2024Fine$8,989Not listeddata.cms.gov
January 19, 2024Fine$36,508Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
August 27, 2026F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyNo plan of correctiondata.cms.gov
August 27, 2026F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyNo plan of correctiondata.cms.gov
August 27, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmNo plan of correctiondata.cms.gov
August 27, 2026F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmNo plan of correctiondata.cms.gov
July 8, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 6, 2026data.cms.gov
July 8, 2026F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 3, 2026data.cms.gov
July 8, 2026F809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 3, 2026data.cms.gov
July 8, 2026F691Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 6, 2026data.cms.gov
July 8, 2026F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 3, 2026data.cms.gov
July 8, 2026F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 6, 2026data.cms.gov
July 8, 2026F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 3, 2026data.cms.gov
July 8, 2026F584Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 3, 2026data.cms.gov
June 9, 2026F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJuly 21, 2026data.cms.gov
June 9, 2026F678Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedJuly 21, 2026data.cms.gov
June 9, 2026F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 21, 2026data.cms.gov
June 9, 2026F745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 21, 2026data.cms.gov
June 9, 2026F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 21, 2026data.cms.gov
June 9, 2026F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 21, 2026data.cms.gov
June 9, 2026F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 21, 2026data.cms.gov
June 9, 2026F585Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 21, 2026data.cms.gov
June 9, 2026F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 21, 2026data.cms.gov
May 18, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 18, 2026F825Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 18, 2026F774Help the resident with transportation to and from laboratory services outside of the facility.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 18, 2026F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 18, 2026F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 18, 2026F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 18, 2026F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyF: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F774Help the resident with transportation to and from laboratory services outside of the facility.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F727Have 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.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F585Honor 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F553Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
March 12, 2026F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2026data.cms.gov
January 14, 2026F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 2, 2026data.cms.gov
December 1, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2025data.cms.gov
December 1, 2025F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2025data.cms.gov
December 1, 2025F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2025data.cms.gov
December 1, 2025F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2025data.cms.gov
February 19, 2025F569Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 17, 2025data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.L: widespread, immediate jeopardyCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F847Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F585Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 14, 2024F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
October 17, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedNovember 13, 2024data.cms.gov
August 20, 2024F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedSeptember 10, 2024data.cms.gov
August 20, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedOctober 8, 2024data.cms.gov
August 20, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyPast noncomplianceAugust 1, 2024data.cms.gov
August 20, 2024F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 10, 2024data.cms.gov
August 20, 2024F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 10, 2024data.cms.gov
July 16, 2024F837Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 9, 2024data.cms.gov
July 16, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 9, 2024data.cms.gov
July 16, 2024F555Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 9, 2024data.cms.gov
July 16, 2024F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 9, 2024data.cms.gov
July 1, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 23, 2024data.cms.gov
June 19, 2024F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyPast noncomplianceMay 27, 2024data.cms.gov
June 19, 2024F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 10, 2024data.cms.gov
June 4, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
April 23, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 14, 2024data.cms.gov
April 23, 2024F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 14, 2024data.cms.gov
March 4, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.K: pattern, immediate jeopardyCorrectedMarch 26, 2024data.cms.gov
March 4, 2024F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 26, 2024data.cms.gov
March 4, 2024F740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 26, 2024data.cms.gov
January 19, 2024F700Try 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 consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.K: pattern, immediate jeopardyCorrectedFebruary 9, 2024data.cms.gov
January 19, 2024F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2024data.cms.gov
January 19, 2024F625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2024data.cms.gov
January 19, 2024F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2024data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 10 individual or personal trusts (3 owners, 2 managers, 5 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Opal Healthcare Wi LLCOperational or managerial controlNot listedOctober 1, 2019data.cms.gov
Opal Healthcare Wi LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedMarch 27, 2025data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

Updated November 7, 2026. Read from CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing homes. Open data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (US government work). Fines and citations are as CMS lists them on the date this page was read and can change after an appeal. The CMS files are joined on the CMS Certification Number. CMS gives owners no ID, so an owner page groups facilities by the owner name as CMS spells it. Names of individual owners and managers are not shown. This page uses CMS data and is not endorsed or certified by CMS. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.