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Nursing homes in Kittson County, Minnesota

There are 2 certified nursing homes in Kittson County, Minnesota, with 86 beds between them.

0% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 30 health deficiencies over three cycles, 34.9 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.

Fines in the period covered total $8K across 1 fine.

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.

MeasureKittson CountyMinnesotaUS
Facilities233814690
Rated 1–2 stars overall0%38%41%
Median overall rating533
Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles)34.932.826.8
Median nurse hours per resident day4.04.23.7
Fines listed$8K$7.8M$457M

Facilities

FacilityCityBedsOverallHealthStaffingCitationsPer 100 bedsFinesLast survey
Karlstad Healthcare Center IncKarlstad46554510.9—19 May 2026
Kittson HealthcareHallock403342562.5$8K11 Jun 2025

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

TagRequirementCitations
F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2
F0604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.2
F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2
F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2
F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2

Ownership

TypeFacilities
For profit1
Non profit1

Chains present: Accura Healthcare (1).

Questions and answers

How many nursing homes are in Kittson County, Minnesota?

2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 86 certified beds.

Which nursing homes in Kittson County have the highest CMS ratings?

Karlstad Healthcare Center Inc (5 stars), Kittson Healthcare (3 stars)

How do Kittson County nursing homes compare with Minnesota?

0% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 34.9 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.