Minnewaska Community Health Services
605 Main Street · Starbuck, MN · 56381 · 3202392217
39 certified beds Non profit - Church related
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
63% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.13 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.74 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.83 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 63% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $24,986 |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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No harm found · B April 29, 2026
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 28, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 25, 2025
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected March 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F March 25, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 25, 2025
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected March 27, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F March 25, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 23, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2025
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Waiver has been granted · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F January 24, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected February 9, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E January 24, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 24, 2024
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected March 6, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected February 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected February 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2025 | Fine | $11,193 |
| September 21, 2023 | Fine | $13,793 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245537 · certified since July 27, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.