Mn Veterans Home Fergus Falls

Penalties

• Apr 27, 2026 — Fine ($23,520)
• Apr 3, 2024 — Payment Denial · payment denial 20 days

Inspection findings

1. Aug 13, 2026 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
   • Severity not stated

     H56363202C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

     MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

     Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

2. May 15, 2026 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
   • Severity not stated

     H56361243C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

     MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

     Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

3. May 6, 2026 Fire Safety · 5 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     K0372 Smoke Deficiencies

     Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

     Corrected Jun 5, 2026 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0521 Services Deficiencies

     Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

     Corrected Jun 5, 2026 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0712 Miscellaneous Deficiencies

     Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

     Corrected Jun 10, 2026 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     K0761 Miscellaneous Deficiencies

     To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

     Corrected Jun 6, 2026 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0920 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

     Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

     Corrected May 11, 2026 · CMS fire safety

4. Apr 27, 2026 Health · 1 finding
   • 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

5. Dec 22, 2025 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
   • Severity not stated

     H56369164C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

     MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

     Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

6. Dec 4, 2025 Health · 2 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0610 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

     Corrected Jan 30, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Serious Scope/severity G 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 Jan 30, 2026 · CMS health inspection

7. Feb 5, 2025 Health · 3 findings
   • 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 Mar 18, 2025 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0760 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

     Corrected Mar 18, 2025 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0761 Miscellaneous Deficiencies

     To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

     Corrected Feb 20, 2025 · CMS fire safety

8. Apr 3, 2024 Fire Safety · 4 findings
   • 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 Apr 4, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0324 Smoke Deficiencies

     Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

     Corrected Jul 23, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     K0345 Smoke Deficiencies

     Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

     Corrected Jun 3, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0353 Smoke Deficiencies

     Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

     Corrected Jun 3, 2024 · CMS fire safety

9. Sep 9, 2022 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
   • Severity not stated

     H56364324C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

     MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

     Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

10. Jul 15, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H5636014C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

11. Jun 14, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 5 findings
    • Severity not stated

      H5636009C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

    • Severity not stated

      H5636010C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

    • Severity not stated

      H5636011C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

    • Severity not stated

      H5636012C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

    • Severity not stated

      H5636013C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

12. Jan 14, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H5636008C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

13. Dec 7, 2020 MDH complaint investigation · 2 findings
    • Severity not stated

      H5636005C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

    • Severity not stated

      H5636006C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

14. Jan 13, 2020 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H5636002M Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

15. Nov 15, 2019 MDH complaint investigation · 2 findings
    • Severity not stated

      H5636003C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

    • Severity not stated

      H5636004C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

Owners and managers (as published by CMS)

• CURTIS, NANCY — w-2 managing employee, NOT APPLICABLE, since 12/24/2018
• HUGHES, DOUGLAS — w-2 managing employee, NOT APPLICABLE, since 07/05/2019
• HUGHES, DOUGLAS — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 07/05/2016
• HUGHES, DOUGLAS — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 08/01/1997
• MELBY, GEOFFREY — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 08/01/1997
• STONE, JONATHAN — w-2 managing employee, NOT APPLICABLE, since 03/15/2021