First Care Living Center
Nursing home · 900 HILLIGOSS BOULEVARD SE, Fosston, MN 56542 · Polk County
Prices
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Facility
- Type
- Nursing home · Skilled Nursing Facility/Nursing Facilit · Nonprofit Corporation
- Capacity
- 36
- State license
- 423749
- Medicare CCN
- 245512
- Licensed entity
- FIRST CARE MEDICAL SERVICES
- Chain
- ESSENTIA HEALTH
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Phone
- (218) 435-1133
- Nurse staffing
- 5.35 hours per resident per day; 41.7% nursing staff turnover
- Medicare ratings
- Inspections 3★ · Staffing 5★ · Quality 3★
- Official record
- Minnesota Department of Health provider directory
- Official record
- Medicare Care Compare
Penalties
- Apr 26, 2024 — Fine ($14,433)
Inspection findings
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May 28, 2026 Health · 10 findings
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0585 Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected Jun 30, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0744 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected Jun 30, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0883 Infection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected Jun 30, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0887 Infection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected Jun 30, 2026 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0232 Egress Deficiencies
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Corrected Jun 18, 2026 · 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 Jun 23, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0324 Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected Jun 24, 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 Jun 23, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0372 Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected Jun 1, 2026 · 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 Jul 7, 2026 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
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Apr 3, 2026 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H55129962C 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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Jul 30, 2025 Health · 16 findings
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0637 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected Aug 10, 2025 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0657 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected Aug 10, 2025 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0676 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected Aug 1, 2025 · 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 Aug 1, 2025 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected Aug 5, 2025 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected Jul 30, 2025 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
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 Aug 25, 2025 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0324 Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected Jul 29, 2025 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity E
K0345 Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected Sep 15, 2025 · 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 Jul 29, 2025 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0363 Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected Jul 29, 2025 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity E
K0372 Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected Jul 29, 2025 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity F
K0712 Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected Aug 20, 2025 · 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 Aug 29, 2025 · 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 Aug 15, 2025 · 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 Jul 29, 2025 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
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Jun 6, 2024 Health · 3 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 Jun 30, 2024 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected Jun 30, 2024 · CMS health inspection
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
K0373 Smoke Deficiencies
Have enough space near smoke barriers to protect residents.
Corrected Jun 5, 2024 · CMS fire safety
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Not serious
Scope/severity D
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May 3, 2024 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H55123255C 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 26, 2024 Health · 1 finding
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Serious
Scope/severity J
Complaint
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 May 13, 2024 · CMS health inspection
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Serious
Scope/severity J
Complaint
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Apr 15, 2024 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H55122624C 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 18, 2023 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H55126167C 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 6, 2023 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H55122234C 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, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H5512045C 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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Sep 17, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H5512041M 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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Aug 30, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H5512038C 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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Jul 20, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H5512037C 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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Feb 5, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 6 findings
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Severity not stated
H5512031C 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
H5512032C 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
H5512033C 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
H5512034C 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
H5512035C 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
H5512036C 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 3, 2020 MDH complaint investigation · 3 findings
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Severity not stated
H5512027C 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
H5512028C 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
H5512029C 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, 2019 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
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Severity not stated
H5512026C 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 11, 2019 MDH complaint investigation · 5 findings
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Severity not stated
H5512021C 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
H5512022C 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
H5512023C 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
H5512024C 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
H5512025C 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)
- ARVIN, DOUGLAS — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/18/2023
- ARVIN, DOUGLAS — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/08/2023
- ARVIN, DOUGLAS — corporate officer, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/18/2023
- CHRISTENSEN, JAMES — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/01/2020
- CURTIS, MICHAEL — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 07/08/2024
- CURTIS, MICHAEL — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 07/08/2024
- GEFROH ELLISON, STEFANIE — corporate officer, NOT APPLICABLE, since 08/12/2024
- GUPTA, PARUL — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 09/02/2025
- GUPTA, PARUL — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 09/02/2025
- HAUGEN, JOEL — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/01/2017
- HEILMAN, TIM — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/01/2020
- HORN, BEVERLY — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/01/2017
- HURLEY, ALAN — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/18/2023
- HURLEY, ALAN — corporate officer, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/18/2023
- HURLEY, ALAN — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/18/2023
- JACKSON, AARICK — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/01/2020
- LEWANDOWSKI, LAURIE — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/01/2017
- MERTZ, TAYLOR — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/17/2022
- SMITH, BENJAMIN — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/17/2022
- WATTERS, MICHAEL — corporate officer, NOT APPLICABLE, since 07/01/2023
- ESSENTIA HEALTH — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/29/2025
- INNOVIS HEALTH LLC — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/01/2017
- INNOVIS HEALTH LLC — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/29/2025
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.