Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Deer River, Minnesota
1 of 1 nursing homes in Deer River (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
32
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 Deer River, Minnesota, is limited but has a well-rated option, with 100% of facilities recommended. Families should consider Essentia Health Homestead, which holds a B rating and 3 stars, ensuring quality care without any fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 ESSENTIA HEALTH HOMESTEAD (70) — Essentia Health Homestead boasts a solid Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS rating of 3★, making it a reliable choice for care. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused services while maintaining a Grade B for quality. With no fines and a capacity of 32 beds, residents can expect attentive and compassionate care.
Recommended
Essentia Health Homestead boasts a solid Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS rating of 3★, making it a reliable choice for care. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused services while maintaining a Grade B for quality. With no fines and a capacity of 32 beds, residents can expect attentive and compassionate care.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Deer River Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Deer River 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?"
Deer River's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Deer River facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Deer River avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Deer River 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 Deer River, MN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Deer River (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Deer River "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 Deer River?
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.