Birchwood Health Care Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 27/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Minnesota. Families considering this Forest Lake facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Birchwood Health Care Center is near the national average, with 3.91 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 36 deficiencies at Birchwood Health Care Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide and implement an infection prevention and control program..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.91 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.80 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.07 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.04 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.51 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.68 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Dec 18, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Nov 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0842 Severity DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standarNov 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0558 Severity DReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Apr 9, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0757 Severity DEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Apr 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service 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 | 2.6% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 1.8% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 13.7% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.9% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 15.5% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.6% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 25.0% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $132,781
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 27 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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