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Nursing homes in Wadena County, Minnesota
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Wadena County, Minnesota, with 130 beds between them.
50% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 55 health deficiencies over three cycles, 42.3 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $27K 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 | Wadena County | Minnesota | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 338 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 50% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 42.3 | 32.8 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.8 | 4.2 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $27K | $7.8M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Pine Acres Nursing Home | Menahga | 65 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 10.8 | — | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Fair Oaks Lodge | Wadena | 65 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 48 | 73.8 | $27K | 11 Mar 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 |
|---|---|---|
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 7 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 4 |
| F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | 2 |
| F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | 2 |
| F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | 2 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 1 |
| Government | 1 |
Chains present: Eden Senior Care (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Wadena County, Minnesota?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 130 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Wadena County have the highest CMS ratings?
Green Pine Acres Nursing Home (5 stars), Fair Oaks Lodge (2 stars)
How do Wadena County nursing homes compare with Minnesota?
50% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 42.3 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.