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NORRIS SQUARE

6993 80TH STREET SOUTH, COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
Score: 86 / 100

Norris Square is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 86/100, it ranks in the top 20% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Norris Square exceed national averages, with 4.64 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.60 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 13 deficiencies at Norris Square. 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 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.64 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.60 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.02 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.03 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.27 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.28 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

13
Total Deficiencies
Dec 9, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 13 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0565 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
    Dec 9, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Dec 9, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0699 Severity D
    Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
    Dec 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Oct 23, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    Oct 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care 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 7.4% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 10.9% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.6% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 14.3% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 5.1% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 27.9% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 86 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: 2★ → 6 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
40
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 9, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3