Learn more about state licenses for nursing homes.
Type
Continuation
Description
A nursing home license is for facilities that provide 24-hour nursing services. This includes room and board for five or more people who aren't related. Often, people who live in nursing homes need constant care because of their physical or mental condition.
Duration
One year
Fees
$6 per bed per year (and for any change in owner). The Division of Quality Assurance (DQA), Bureau of Nursing Home Resident Care, sends nursing home reports and fee notices on or around Aug. 1.
Instructions
To apply, follow the Nursing Home Change of Ownership Application Process.
Wisconsin statute
Wisconsin administrative code
Federal regulations
If the nursing home is certified for Medicare and/or Medicaid, 42 Code of Federal Regulations 483 also applies.