Barrett Care Center Inc
800 Spruce Avenue · Barrett, MN · 56311 · 3205282527
40 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.50 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.09 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.75 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 33% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (4 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected July 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F June 25, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 24, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected September 11, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 11, 2024 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245575 · certified since October 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.