Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Crystal, Minnesota
1 of 2 nursing homes in Crystal (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
273
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$174,044 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Crystal, Minnesota is limited, with only 2 facilities and only 1 recommended option. Families should be aware that while Woodlake Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center has good ratings, there is one facility to avoid due to significant fines totaling $174,044.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 WOODLAKE HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER (75) — With a commendable Trust Score of 75/100 and a solid CMS 4-star rating, Woodlake Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center stands out for its commitment to quality care. The facility's Grade B reflects a focus on resident well-being, and the absence of fines indicates a well-managed environment for its 188 beds.
The other 1 Crystal facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $174K.
Recommended
With a commendable Trust Score of 75/100 and a solid CMS 4-star rating, Woodlake Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center stands out for its commitment to quality care. The facility's Grade B reflects a focus on resident well-being, and the absence of fines indicates a well-managed environment for its 188 beds.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Crystal Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $174,044
Questions Crystal 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?"
Crystal's city average is 2.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Crystal facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Crystal avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Crystal facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Crystal, MN are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Crystal (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Crystal "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 Crystal?
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.