Littlefork Care Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 20/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Minnesota. Families considering this Littlefork facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Littlefork Care Center, with 3.37 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent CMS inspections identified 33 deficiencies at Littlefork Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt e.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.37 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.89 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.53 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.96 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.90 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.67 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0585 Severity EHonor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt eDec 9, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0881 Severity EImplement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Dec 9, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Dec 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Dec 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0610 Severity DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.Dec 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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 | 6.1% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 4.2% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 35.0% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 5.7% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 9.9% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 4.4% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 19.4% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $179,075
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 20 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: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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