Nursing Homes in Belle Plaine, Minnesota
Belle Plaine has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 60 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Minnesota's state average of 3.2 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.82 vs state
Total Beds
60
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
50 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Top Rated in Belle Plaine
The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine
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About Nursing Home Care in Belle Plaine
Belle Plaine offers limited options for nursing home care, but it maintains a clean record without major red flags. The standout is Belle Plaine Health Care Center, which holds an above-average rating at 4.0 stars according to state assessments. While the facility is well-staffed and has shown commendable performance, families should be aware that the options in this market are restricted, making it essential to consider nearby cities for additional facilities.
For families exploring their options, Belle Plaine Health Care Center is the primary facility to visit. It benefits from a clean slate, with zero fines in the last three years, which speaks volumes about its operational integrity. If you're willing to explore outside Belle Plaine, consider checking out facilities in neighboring towns like Shakopee or Jordan for more diverse options that may better suit your needs.
While there are no nursing homes in Belle Plaine with glaring issues, families should still be vigilant. There are currently no facilities to specifically avoid based on major concerns. However, a practical tip for visiting any facility is to observe the interactions between staff and residents; this can provide valuable insight into the quality of care being delivered.
Belle Plaine at a Glance
Good News
- • Belle Plaine rates better than most Minnesota cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Belle Plaine is stable
Questions Belle Plaine Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Belle Plaine avg is 0.84 hrs (50 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Belle Plaine facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Belle Plaine, Minnesota
Belle Plaine, Minnesota's Scott County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 60 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Belle Plaine vs. Minnesota: Above Average Quality
Belle Plaine nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 4.00 stars exceeds Minnesota's statewide average of 3.18 stars by 0.8 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Belle Plaine families.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Belle Plaine, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: Meeting Standards in Belle Plaine
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Belle Plaine facilities average 0.84 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Belle Plaine resident receives approximately 50 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Belle Plaine facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Belle Plaine has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Minnesota cities for additional options. The following Minnesota cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Minneapolis — 19 facilities
- Saint Paul — 17 facilities
- Duluth — 8 facilities
- Rochester — 7 facilities
- Bloomington — 5 facilities
- Saint Louis Park — 5 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Belle Plaine, Minnesota?
Belle Plaine has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 60 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Minnesota's state average of 3.2 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Belle Plaine?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Belle Plaine include:
- • The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine — Grade C+, 64/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Belle Plaine nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Belle Plaine as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Belle Plaine Nursing Homes
Belle Plaine offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.