Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Buffalo, Minnesota
2 of 2 nursing homes in Buffalo (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
148
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Buffalo, Minnesota, is adequate with two facilities available, both recommended. Families can feel confident choosing the top-rated Park View Care Center, which boasts a 5-star rating and no reported fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Park View Care Center (90) — Park View Care Center shines with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. Its A grade reflects a commitment to quality care, and being a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community focus and personalized attention for all 92 residents.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 LAKE RIDGE CARE CENTER OF BUFFALO, INC. (85) — LAKE RIDGE CARE CENTER stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100. This non-profit facility, with an A- grade, is dedicated to fostering a community-oriented environment while ensuring high-quality care for its 56 residents, all without any federal fines.
Recommended
Park View Care Center shines with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. Its A grade reflects a commitment to quality care, and being a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community focus and personalized attention for all 92 residents.
LAKE RIDGE CARE CENTER stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100. This non-profit facility, with an A- grade, is dedicated to fostering a community-oriented environment while ensuring high-quality care for its 56 residents, all without any federal fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Buffalo 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 Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Buffalo's city average is 5.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Buffalo facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Buffalo avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Buffalo 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, MN are recommended?
2 of 2 nursing homes in Buffalo (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Buffalo "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?
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.