nursing home in Fairmont, MN
Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center
610 Summit Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031 · (507) 235-6606
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center at a glance
Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center is a 72-bed non-profit nursing home in Fairmont, Minnesota (Martin 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 4.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 19, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 36.5% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 72
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- June 1, 1985
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Martin County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245280
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 4.77 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.75 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.15 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.11 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.5% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 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) | 7 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 33 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $24,507 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 72 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 67 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.2% | 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) | 7.8% | 4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.3% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 22.2% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.9% | 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) | 27.4% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 17.5% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.5% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.9% | 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) | 17.7% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.2% | 24.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.3% | 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) | 0% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.2% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.7% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 19, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2025 |
| November 19, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2025 |
| November 19, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2025 |
| November 19, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 18, 2025 |
| November 19, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 18, 2025 |
| November 19, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 19, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 19, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 19, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 19, 2025 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 19, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 19, 2025 Standard | 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. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 24, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 20, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2024 |
| October 24, 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 December 9, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2024 |
| October 24, 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 December 9, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 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 January 4, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 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 January 4, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 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 January 10, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Standard | 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 10, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2024 |
| December 6, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2024 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARNES, DEBORAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/08/2025 |
| GREEN, JEFFREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/08/2025 |
| GREEN, JEFFREY Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| ADAMS, JEFF Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| BACHENBERG, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| BARNES, DEBORAH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2014 |
| EDMUNDSON, BRANDON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| GREEN, JEFFREY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| HAUGEN, CHARLES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| LUND, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2013 |
| MUSSER, BRADLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| NORDSTROM, NANCY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| SUBBERT, JASON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| TUMBLESON, MELISSA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| BARNES, DEBORAH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| HAUGEN, CHARLES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| MUSSER, BRADLEY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| TUMBLESON, MELISSA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| BARNES, DEBORAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| GREEN, JEFFREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| BARNES, DEBORAH Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center's rating?
Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center 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 Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center 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 Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center is at 610 Summit Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031. Phone: (507) 235-6606.
About this data
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