Boundary Waters Care Center is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Ely, Minnesota, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 94/100, it ranks in the top 7% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.
Staffing at Boundary Waters Care Center is near the national average, with 4.03 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent inspections identified 11 deficiencies at Boundary Waters Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.03 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.23 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.34 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.46 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.42 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.66 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0809 Severity FEnsure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative mealsOct 15, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0580 Severity DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Oct 15, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0688 Severity DProvide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medicOct 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0695 Severity DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Oct 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0825 Severity DProvide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.Oct 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 2.4% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 2.6% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 5.7% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.9% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 7.6% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.0% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 26.5% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $10,059
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 94 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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