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Essentia Health
Nursing home chain, as named in the CMS provider file.
Essentia Health operates 6 Medicare-certified nursing homes in 1 state, with 255 certified beds; the largest presence is in Minnesota.
17% of its facilities are rated 1 or 2 stars overall (national: 41%). Citations run at 25.1 per 100 beds against 26.8 nationally, and fines in the period covered total $90K.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Chain membership is as recorded by CMS and can lag ownership changes.
| Measure | Essentia Health | US |
|---|---|---|
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 |
| Median citations per facility | 11 | 23 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 5.1 | 3.7 |
| Median nursing turnover | 40.7% | 44.9% |
| Facilities with the abuse icon | 0 | 1426 |
Rating distribution
States
| State | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 10 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 7 |
| F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | 4 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 3 |
| F0851 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. | 3 |
| F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | 3 |
| F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | 3 |
| F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | 3 |
Penalties by year
Facilities
| Facility | City | State | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essentia Health Grace Home | Graceville | MN | 30 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 36.7 | — | 1 Jul 2025 |
| Essentia Health Homestead | Deer River | MN | 32 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 46.9 | $68K | 18 May 2026 |
| Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center | Aurora | MN | 33 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 15.2 | — | 25 Oct 2023 |
| Essentia Health Oak Crossing | Detroit Lakes | MN | 84 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 13.1 | $7K | 3 Dec 2025 |
| Essentia Health Virginia Care Cent | Virginia | MN | 40 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 22.5 | — | 26 Mar 2026 |
| First Care Living Center | Fosston | MN | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 36.1 | $14K | 28 May 2026 |
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes does Essentia Health operate?
6 Medicare-certified facilities in 1 state, with 255 certified beds, according to the chain name in the CMS provider file.
How are Essentia Health facilities rated?
17% are rated 1–2 stars overall and 4 hold 5 stars; the median overall rating is 5. Nationally 41% are rated 1–2 stars.
Has Essentia Health been fined?
CMS lists 4 fines totalling $90K and 0 payment denials across its facilities in the period the penalties file covers.