nursing home in La Crescent, MN

La Crescent Health Services

101 South Hill Street, La Crescent, MN 55947 · (507) 895-4445

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★4
  • Quality measures★★★★★2

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

La Crescent Health Services at a glance

La Crescent Health Services is a 42-bed for-profit nursing home in La Crescent, Minnesota (Houston County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Minnesota average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (1.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (April 14, 2026) found 22 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 48.4% per year (state average 42.2%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
42
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
North Shore Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
July 1, 1986
Resident/family council
Both
County
Houston County
CMS Certification Number
245319

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 54.1 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.1 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)2 / 52.9 / 53.8 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.86 hrsMinnesota average4.19 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.86 hrs4.19 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.38 hrs1.06 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.16 hrs2.52 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.37 hrs3.71 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)48.4%42.2%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)50%38.6%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility22Minnesota average7U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)2279Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)123Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)124.363.980.6Worse

Penalties

This facility0Minnesota average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$24,507$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds4271107
Average residents per day306086
Occupancy72.1%84.1%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility11.2%Minnesota average4%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)11.2%4%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.9%5.2%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)16.3%17.1%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)2.8%2.6%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)3.2%1.9%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)13.8%18.2%13.9%Average
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)18.6%20.5%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)5.6%4.1%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)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)20%12.5%19.5%Average
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)27%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)99.1%97.4%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Minnesota average1.9%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMinnesota 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)100%82.7%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)97.2%88.1%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 32 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 14, 2026
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Fire safety
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0944
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0941
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
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 May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
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 May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
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 May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
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 May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0841
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 19, 2026
April 14, 2026
Standard
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected May 19, 2026
February 6, 2025
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 12, 2025
February 6, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 10, 2025
February 6, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 18, 2025
February 6, 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 February 20, 2025
February 6, 2025
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected March 18, 2025
February 6, 2025
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 March 18, 2025
February 6, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 18, 2025
December 6, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 26, 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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 26, 2024
December 6, 2023
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 26, 2024
December 6, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 26, 2024
December 6, 2023
Fire safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected January 26, 2024
December 6, 2023
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 26, 2024
December 6, 2023
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 26, 2024
December 6, 2023
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 26, 2024
December 6, 2023
Standard
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 26, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 26, 2024
December 6, 2023
Standard
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0924
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 26, 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 26, 2024
December 6, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 26, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
NSHC WISCONSIN LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%12/28/2016
CIBC BANK USA
Organization
5% or greater security interestNOT APPLICABLE12/31/2024
BAUMANN, TROY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/18/2016
BELONGIA, CHRISTINA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2019
CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/14/2025
CONTINUUM THERAPY PARTNERS LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/14/2025
FRANTA, PETER
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2023
GEE, DARREN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/30/2021
GPH LA CRESENT LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2017
GREER, LAUREN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/29/2023
HOEHN, JEFFREY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2017
LADNER, HEATHER
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/09/2023
NORTH SHORE HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2017
NSHC WISCONSIN LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/29/2025
NSH REHAB LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/13/2025
PATZER, COLLEEN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/14/2023
PURTELL, BRIAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2018
WIPFLI LLP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2025
BAUMANN, TROY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE12/30/2016
HOEHN, JEFFREY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE12/30/2016
BAUMANN, TROY
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2017
HOEHN, JEFFREY
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2017
BAUMANN, TROY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/18/2016
BELONGIA, CHRISTINA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2019
CIBC BANK USA
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/31/2024
CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/22/2018
CONTINUUM THERAPY PARTNERS LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2025
FRANTA, PETER
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2023
GEE, DARREN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/30/2021
GREER, LAUREN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/29/2023
HOEHN, JEFFREY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2017
LADNER, HEATHER
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/09/2023
NORTH SHORE HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2017
NSH REHAB LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2025
PATZER, COLLEEN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/14/2023
PURTELL, BRIAN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2018
WIPFLI LLP
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2025

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Frequently asked questions

What is La Crescent Health Services's rating?

La Crescent Health Services has 1 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 La Crescent Health Services receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 22 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does La Crescent Health Services 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 La Crescent Health Services?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of North Shore Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is La Crescent Health Services and how do I contact it?

La Crescent Health Services is at 101 South Hill Street, La Crescent, MN 55947. Phone: (507) 895-4445.

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.