Minnewaska Community Health Services has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 25/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Minnesota. Families considering this Starbuck facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Minnewaska Community Health Services is near the national average, with 3.96 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 23 deficiencies at Minnewaska Community Health Services, 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 | 3.96 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.78 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.77 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.41 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.48 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.49 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Nov 23, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0686 Severity DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Jun 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0550 Severity EHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Mar 27, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0578 Severity JHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, andMar 24, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Mar 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 | 3.1% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 7.8% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 2.3% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 5.2% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 22.6% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.0% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 36.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $31,013
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 25 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -3 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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