nursing home in Detroit Lakes, MN
Essentia Health Oak Crossing
1040 Lincoln Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 · (218) 844-0700
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Essentia Health Oak Crossing at a glance
Essentia Health Oak Crossing is a 84-bed non-profit nursing home in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota (Becker County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Minnesota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 5.1 hours of nursing care per day (1.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 3, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $7,446.
Nursing staff turnover is 24.3% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 84
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Essentia Health
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1976
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Becker County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245212
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.06 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.30 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.44 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.54 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 24.3% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 24% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 17 | 63.9 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $7,446 | $24,507 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 84 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 71 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.3% | 84.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.8% | 4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.1% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20.7% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.9% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.4% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.8% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.1% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.1% | 4.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 14.7% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.6% | 24.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.9% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.6% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 11 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 3, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. Electrical Deficiencies · Tag K0901 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| July 11, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| October 23, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 23, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 23, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 23, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 23, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 23, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 12, 2023 |
| December 13, 2023 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 12, 2023 |
| December 13, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 20, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2024 |
| November 22, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 11, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $7,446 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 22, 2023 | Fine | $7,446 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESSENTIA HEALTH Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2023 |
| ARVIN, DOUGLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2023 |
| BRINKMAN, CHRISTY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2026 |
| ESSENTIA HEALTH Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/29/2025 |
| GUPTA, PARUL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HURLEY, ALAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2023 |
| INNOVIS HEALTH LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/29/2025 |
| ADAMS, MARC Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| CHRISTENSEN, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| GUPTA, PARUL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HEILMAN, TIM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| KREJCI, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| LEWANDOWSKI, LAURIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| MERTZ, TAYLOR Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2022 |
| SMITH, BENJAMIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2022 |
| ARVIN, DOUGLAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2023 |
| BOREN, KEVIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/29/2025 |
| GEFROH ELLISON, STEFANIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/12/2024 |
| HURLEY, ALAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2023 |
| PLADSON, KIMBERLY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SAINT GEORGES, ANDERSON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WATTERS, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| ARVIN, DOUGLAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2023 |
| BRINKMAN, CHRISTY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/19/2019 |
| GUPTA, PARUL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HURLEY, ALAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2023 |
| INNOVIS HEALTH LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Essentia Health Oak Crossing's rating?
Essentia Health Oak Crossing has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Minnesota nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Essentia Health Oak Crossing receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Essentia Health Oak Crossing accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Essentia Health Oak Crossing?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Essentia Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Essentia Health Oak Crossing and how do I contact it?
Essentia Health Oak Crossing is at 1040 Lincoln Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501. Phone: (218) 844-0700.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.