Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Karlstad, Minnesota
1 of 1 nursing homes in Karlstad (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
46
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 Karlstad, Minnesota, is adequate, with one facility available that is recommended with a perfect score of 100%. Families can feel confident in choosing Karlstad Healthcare Center Inc, which has no fines and a high rating of 5 stars.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Karlstad Healthcare Center Inc (93) — Karlstad Healthcare Center Inc stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 93/100. The facility boasts a top-grade A rating and has maintained a clean record with no fines, ensuring a safe and high-quality environment for its 46 residents.
Recommended
Karlstad Healthcare Center Inc stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 93/100. The facility boasts a top-grade A rating and has maintained a clean record with no fines, ensuring a safe and high-quality environment for its 46 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Karlstad 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 Karlstad 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?"
Karlstad's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Karlstad facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Karlstad avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Karlstad 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 Karlstad, MN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Karlstad (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Karlstad "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 Karlstad?
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.