Traverse Care Center is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 60/100. Located in Wheaton, Minnesota, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.
Staffing at Traverse Care Center is near the national average, with 3.74 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent inspections identified 8 deficiencies at Traverse Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.74 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.57 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.53 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.64 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.29 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.32 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0554 Severity DAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Jan 13, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0635 Severity DProvide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.May 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Oct 29, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Oct 29, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0658 Severity DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Oct 29, 2024 · 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 | 4.5% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 0.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 15.9% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.0% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 27.7% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 1.6% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 33.9% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 60 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 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
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