Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota
1 of 1 nursing homes in Buffalo Lake (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
49
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, is adequate, with one facility available that meets recommendations. Families can feel confident in choosing the Buffalo Lake Health Care Center, which has received an excellent rating of 5 stars and has no fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 BUFFALO LAKE HEALTH CARE CENTER (90) — Buffalo Lake Health Care Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. This non-profit facility's focus on community well-being, combined with its A grade and zero fines, underscores its commitment to providing exceptional care in a nurturing environment.
Recommended
Buffalo Lake Health Care Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. This non-profit facility's focus on community well-being, combined with its A grade and zero fines, underscores its commitment to providing exceptional care in a nurturing environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Buffalo Lake Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Buffalo Lake Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Buffalo Lake's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Buffalo Lake facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Buffalo Lake avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Buffalo Lake facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Buffalo Lake, MN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Buffalo Lake (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Buffalo Lake "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Buffalo Lake?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.