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Lakewood Health System

401 PRAIRIE AVENUE NORTHEAST, STAPLES, MN 56479
Score: 92 / 100

Lakewood Health System is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Staples, Minnesota, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 92/100, it ranks in the top 9% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Lakewood Health System exceed national averages, with 4.23 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.89 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 8 deficiencies at Lakewood Health System. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.23 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.89 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.53 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.80 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.34 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.48 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

8
Total Deficiencies
Feb 18, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 7 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0554 Severity D
    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    Feb 18, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity D
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Feb 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity G
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Jul 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0576 Severity E
    Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
    Nov 7, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0585 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt e
    Nov 7, 2023 · Resident Rights 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 0.8% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.3% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 17.8% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 13.8% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 2.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 24.1% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 92 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
87
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Feb 18, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2