Benedictine Health Center
Nursing home · 935 KENWOOD AVENUE, Duluth, MN 55811 · Saint Louis County
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Facility
- Type
- Nursing home · Skilled Nursing Facility/Nursing Facilit · Nonprofit Corporation
- Capacity
- 96
- State license
- 421958
- Medicare CCN
- 245236
- Licensed entity
- BENEDICTINE HEALTH CENTER
- Chain
- BENEDICTINE HEALTH SYSTEM
- Ownership
- Non profit - Church related
- Phone
- (218) 522-8900
- Nurse staffing
- 3.94 hours per resident per day; 51.8% nursing staff turnover
- Medicare ratings
- Inspections 1★ · Staffing 4★ · Quality 4★
- CMS abuse flag
- Cited for abuse (CMS marks this facility with its abuse icon)
- Official record
- Minnesota Department of Health provider directory
- Official record
- Medicare Care Compare
Inspection findings
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May 27, 2026 Health · 1 finding
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
Complaint
F0580 Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected Jun 15, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
Complaint
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Mar 23, 2026 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H52367402M Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Dec 19, 2025 Health · 21 findings
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0550 Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0561 Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0583 Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0605 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0659 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0677 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity C
F0732 Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity E
F0761 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Serious
Scope/severity K
F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0223 Egress Deficiencies
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0324 Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0353 Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0355 Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0372 Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0511 Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0521 Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0541 Services Deficiencies
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0761 Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0918 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity E
K0920 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected Jan 20, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
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Nov 25, 2025 Health · 1 finding
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Serious
Scope/severity J
Complaint
F0600 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS health inspection
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Serious
Scope/severity J
Complaint
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May 15, 2025 Health · 1 finding
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
Complaint
F0609 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 30, 2025 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
Complaint
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Nov 7, 2024 Fire Safety · 12 findings
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0223 Egress Deficiencies
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected Nov 25, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity E
K0291 Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected Nov 25, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0353 Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected Nov 25, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0363 Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected Nov 25, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0372 Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected Nov 25, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0541 Services Deficiencies
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Corrected Nov 25, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0712 Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected Nov 25, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity E
K0753 Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected Nov 25, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0761 Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected Nov 27, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity E
K0781 Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected Nov 15, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0914 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected Nov 27, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0920 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected Nov 25, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
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Feb 22, 2024 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H52369962C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Dec 26, 2023 MDH complaint investigation · 2 findings
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Severity not stated
H52368164C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
H52368183C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Dec 20, 2023 Health · 1 finding
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
Complaint
F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected Jan 10, 2024 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
Complaint
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Oct 19, 2023 Health · 9 findings
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0686 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected Nov 22, 2023 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0688 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected Nov 22, 2023 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0692 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected Nov 22, 2023 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected Nov 22, 2023 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity E
F0883 Infection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected Nov 22, 2023 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0225 Egress Deficiencies
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Corrected Nov 10, 2023 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0321 Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected Nov 10, 2023 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0351 Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected Nov 22, 2023 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0353 Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected Nov 10, 2023 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
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Jun 21, 2023 MDH complaint investigation · 3 findings
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Severity not stated
H52362553C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
H52362555C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
H52362557C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Oct 26, 2022 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H52364965C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Oct 17, 2022 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H52364917C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Jun 11, 2022 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H52361930C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Mar 25, 2022 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H5236085C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Jan 1, 2022 MDH complaint investigation · 3 findings
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Severity not stated
H5236081C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
H5236083C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
H5236084C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Dec 10, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H5236077C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Apr 23, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 4 findings
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Severity not stated
H5236060C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
H5236061C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
H5236067C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
H5236068C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Jan 22, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H5236058C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
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Nov 16, 2020 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H5236056C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)
MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).
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Severity not stated
Owners and managers (as published by CMS)
- BERGIEN, TRICIA — corporate officer, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/04/2020
- BOWE, TIA — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 04/30/2019
- CARLEY, GERALD — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/03/2018
- ECKES, LOIS — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 10/01/2015
- FEDORA, TODD — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 12/01/2015
- HANSEN, GREG — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 12/01/2013
- KING, DORENE — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 10/01/2011
- KOLAR, JOHN — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/29/2019
- KRUCHOWSKI, RAMONA — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/29/2019
- MCCUMBER, SARA — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 12/01/2014
- PALMOLEA, NATHAN — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 04/01/2017
- PATTOCK, BRIAN — contracted managing employee, NOT APPLICABLE, since 11/02/2017
- PIONK, KAREN — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 11/30/2017
- RYMANOWSKI, KEVIN — corporate officer, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/01/2008
- SPINLER, THERESA — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 10/01/2009
- BENEDICTINE HEALTH SYSTEM — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 09/05/1985
Sources: the MDH Health Care Provider Directory, MDH's evaluation and complaint findings, and CMS's list of certified Minnesota nursing homes and CMS Care Compare (nursing homes). “Harm or jeopardy level” is CMS scope/severity G–L. About this data.