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Nursing homes in Cottonwood County, Minnesota
There are 3 certified nursing homes in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, with 143 beds between them.
33% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, about the same share as the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 61 health deficiencies over three cycles, 42.7 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $209K across 2 fines.
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.
| Measure | Cottonwood County | Minnesota | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 3 | 338 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 33% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 42.7 | 32.8 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.7 | 4.2 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $209K | $7.8M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan Society - Mountain Lake | Mountain Lake | 48 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 12 | 25.0 | $14K | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook | Westbrook | 32 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 14 | 43.8 | — | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Good Samaritan Society - Windom | Windom | 63 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 35 | 55.6 | $195K | 12 Feb 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 6 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 4 |
| F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | 3 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 3 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 2 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 3 |
Chains present: Good Samaritan Society (3).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Cottonwood County, Minnesota?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 143 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Cottonwood County have the highest CMS ratings?
Good Samaritan Society - Mountain Lake (4 stars), Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook (3 stars), Good Samaritan Society - Windom (1 stars)
How do Cottonwood County nursing homes compare with Minnesota?
33% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 42.7 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.