Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Saint Paul, Minnesota
1 of 17 nursing homes in Saint Paul (6%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 4 caution · 12 avoid · data
City Average
2.6
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,458
across 17 facilities
High Risk Facilities
12
7 Grade F
$628,300 in combined fines
Zero Fines
6
/17
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is adequate but has significant challenges, with only 1 out of 17 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that 12 facilities have incurred a total of $615,261 in fines, highlighting the need for careful selection.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Capitol View Transitional Care Center (93) — Capitol View Transitional Care Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. This non-profit facility maintains a strong community focus and has received an A grade, reflecting its commitment to quality care without any federal fines.
The other 16 Saint Paul facilities didn't qualify — 12 carry Grade D or F ratings and 11 have fines totaling $628K.
Recommended
Capitol View Transitional Care Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. This non-profit facility maintains a strong community focus and has received an A grade, reflecting its commitment to quality care without any federal fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Saint Paul Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.6 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 16?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 7 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 11 Have fines totaling $628,300
- Low-scoring facilities
- 9 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Saint Paul 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?"
Saint Paul's city average is 2.6 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
11 of 17 Saint Paul facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Saint Paul avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul, MN are recommended?
1 of 17 nursing homes in Saint Paul (6%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Saint Paul "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 Saint Paul?
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.