B

Pioneer Care Center

1131 SOUTH MABELLE AVENUE, FERGUS FALLS, MN 56537
Score: 79 / 100

Pioneer Care Center earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 79/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Fergus Falls facility ranks in the 72th percentile among Minnesota nursing homes.

Staffing levels at Pioneer Care Center exceed national averages, with 4.52 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.97 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 22 deficiencies at Pioneer Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ 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 4.52 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.97 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.32 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.23 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.05 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.60 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

22
Total Deficiencies
Aug 5, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 21 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Aug 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0554 Severity D
    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    Aug 5, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0604 Severity D
    Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
    Aug 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0641 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Aug 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 1.3% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.8% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 16.2% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 4.2% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 19.2% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 3.6% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 23.4% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 79 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 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 - Church related
Certified Beds
105
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11