Quick answers
- Where is Morrow Memorial Home?
- 331 S. Water St., Sparta, WI 54656, in Monroe County, Wisconsin.
- What is the phone number of Morrow Memorial Home?
- (608) 269-3168, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Morrow Memorial Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Morrow Memorial Home been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Morrow Memorial Home.
- What did inspectors find at Morrow Memorial Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (March 28, 2024 to July 21, 2026), Medicare lists 9 health citations; the most serious was level G. 1 was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (March 28, 2024 to July 21, 2026), Morrow Memorial Home had 9 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 1 of them was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.14 hours per resident per day; the Wisconsin average is 4.25 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: July 21, 2026 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 21, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Previous cycle: June 4, 2025 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: June 4, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Earlier cycle: March 28, 2024 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 28, 2024 (standard health inspection).
F0580 Level G
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Show 5 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0697 Level D
“Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.”
F0757 Level D
“Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (8)
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0222 Level E
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0914 Level E
“Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”
K0351 Level D
“Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.”
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0912 Level D
“Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.”
K0353 Level E
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Wisconsin | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.90 | 0.98 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.47 | 0.65 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.76 | 2.61 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.14 | 4.25 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.68 | 3.75 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.61 | 0.66 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 35.1% | 46.7% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 27.8% | 40.1% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 78 |
| Average residents per day | 68.7 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – church related |
| Legal business name | Morrow Memorial Home for the Aged |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2001-10-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 331 S. Water St., Sparta, WI 54656 |
| County | Monroe County |
| State | Wisconsin |
| Phone | (608) 269‑3168 |
| CMS Certification Number | 525662 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Rolling Hills Rehab Center0.4 mi · Sparta, WI · 3 of 5 stars
- Lakeview Health Center13 mi · West Salem, WI · 4 of 5 stars
- Mulder Health Care Facility14 mi · West Salem, WI · 1 of 5 stars
- Tomah Nursing and Rehab15 mi · Tomah, WI · 1 of 5 stars
- Norseland Nursing Home19 mi · Westby, WI · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Mayo Clinic Health System Franciscan Healthcare Sparta0.2 mi · Sparta, WI · Critical Access Hospital
- Tomah Memorial Hospital15 mi · Tomah, WI · Critical Access Hospital
- Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc23 mi · La Crosse, WI · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13