Milaca Elim Meadows Health Care Center
730 Second Street Southeast · Milaca, MN · 56353 · 3209832185
70 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Cassia Part of a CCRC
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.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.10 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.86 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E December 18, 2025
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Environmental
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No harm found · C December 18, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 29, 2023
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected December 29, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 29, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected December 29, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 29, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected December 29, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected August 2, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 2, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245422 · certified since February 1, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.