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Lifespark
Nursing home chain, as named in the CMS provider file.
Lifespark operates 4 Medicare-certified nursing homes in 2 states, with 481 certified beds; the largest presence is in Minnesota and South Dakota.
100% of its facilities are rated 1 or 2 stars overall (national: 41%). Citations run at 33.1 per 100 beds against 26.8 nationally, and fines in the period covered total $418K.
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 | Lifespark | US |
|---|---|---|
| Median overall rating | 1 | 3 |
| Median citations per facility | 44 | 23 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.9 | 3.7 |
| Median nursing turnover | 54.5% | 44.9% |
| Facilities with the abuse icon | 0 | 1426 |
Rating distribution
States
| State | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 3 |
| South Dakota | 1 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 12 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 9 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 9 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 6 |
| F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | 6 |
| F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | 5 |
| F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | 5 |
| F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | 5 |
Penalties by year
Facilities
| Facility | City | State | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Health Care Center | Forest Lake | MN | 100 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 39 | 39.0 | $49K | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Providence Place | Minneapolis | MN | 190 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 51 | 26.8 | $116K | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Woodbury Health Care Center | Woodbury | MN | 155 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 44 | 28.4 | $183K | 26 May 2026 |
| Diamond Care Center | Bridgewater | SD | 36 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 25 | 69.4 | $70K | 11 Sep 2025 |
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes does Lifespark operate?
4 Medicare-certified facilities in 2 states, with 481 certified beds, according to the chain name in the CMS provider file.
How are Lifespark facilities rated?
100% are rated 1–2 stars overall and 0 hold 5 stars; the median overall rating is 1. Nationally 41% are rated 1–2 stars.
Has Lifespark been fined?
CMS lists 10 fines totalling $418K and 0 payment denials across its facilities in the period the penalties file covers.