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Nursing homes in Washington County, Minnesota
There are 8 certified nursing homes in Washington County, Minnesota, with 656 beds between them.
25% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 191 health deficiencies over three cycles, 29.1 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $232K across 5 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 | Washington County | Minnesota | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 8 | 338 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 25% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 29.1 | 32.8 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.1 | 4.2 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $232K | $7.8M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norris Square | Cottage Grove | 72 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 18.1 | — | 10 Dec 2025 |
| The Estates At Linden LLC | Stillwater | 51 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 12 | 23.5 | — | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Gables of Boutwells Landing | Oak Park Heights | 108 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 10.2 | — | 10 Jun 2026 |
| St Therese of Woodbury LLC | Woodbury | 56 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 20 | 35.7 | — | 29 May 2026 |
| The Estates At Greeley LLC | Stillwater | 64 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 22 | 34.4 | — | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Good Samaritan Society - Stillwater | Stillwater | 50 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 30 | 60.0 | — | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Birchwood Health Care Center | Forest Lake | 100 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 39 | 39.0 | $49K | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Woodbury Health Care Center | Woodbury | 155 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 44 | 28.4 | $183K | 26 May 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. | 17 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 15 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 14 |
| F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | 11 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 8 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 6 |
| For profit | 2 |
Chains present: Lifespark (2), Presbyterian Homes & Services (2), Monarch Healthcare Management (2), Good Samaritan Society (1), Saint Therese Senior Communities (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Washington County, Minnesota?
8 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 656 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Washington County have the highest CMS ratings?
Norris Square (5 stars), The Estates At Linden LLC (5 stars), Gables of Boutwells Landing (4 stars)
How do Washington County nursing homes compare with Minnesota?
25% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 29.1 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.