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Nursing homes in Yellow Medcine County, Minnesota
There are 3 certified nursing homes in Yellow Medcine County, Minnesota, with 131 beds between them.
0% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 32 health deficiencies over three cycles, 24.4 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $16K 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.
| Measure | Yellow Medcine County | Minnesota | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 3 | 338 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 0% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 24.4 | 32.8 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.0 | 4.2 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $16K | $7.8M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Health Sylvan Court | Canby | 53 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 11.3 | — | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Clarkfield Care Center | Clarkfield | 30 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 30.0 | — | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Avera Granite Falls Care Center | Granite Falls | 48 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 17 | 35.4 | $16K | 19 Sep 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
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | 4 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 2 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 2 |
| F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | 2 |
| F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | 2 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 3 |
Chains present: Avera Health (1), Sanford Health (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Yellow Medcine County, Minnesota?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 131 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Yellow Medcine County have the highest CMS ratings?
Sanford Health Sylvan Court (5 stars), Clarkfield Care Center (4 stars), Avera Granite Falls Care Center (3 stars)
How do Yellow Medcine County nursing homes compare with Minnesota?
0% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 24.4 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.