nursing home in McIntosh, MN
McIntosh Senior Living
600 Northeast Riverside Avenue, McIntosh, MN 56556 · (218) 563-2715
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
McIntosh Senior Living at a glance
McIntosh Senior Living is a 45-bed non-profit nursing home in McIntosh, Minnesota (Polk 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 4.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 19, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 27% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 45
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 1, 1986
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Polk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245356
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) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 4.92 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.47 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.58 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.26 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 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) | 0 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 9 | 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 | 45 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 45 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 99.3% | 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) | 4.5% | 4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.6% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.3% | 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) | 4.9% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.8% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.6% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 1.2% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.1% | 24.5% | 19% | Better |
| 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 |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 2 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| August 19, 2025 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| January 29, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 12, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 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 February 14, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| April 24, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Waiver has been granted |
| April 24, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KNUTSON, SHARLENE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2009 |
| MCINTOSH SENIOR LIVING Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2024 |
| KNUTSON, SHARLENE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2009 |
| KNUTSON, SHARLENE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2009 |
| MCINTOSH SENIOR LIVING Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is McIntosh Senior Living's rating?
McIntosh Senior Living 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 McIntosh Senior Living receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does McIntosh Senior Living 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 McIntosh Senior Living?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is McIntosh Senior Living and how do I contact it?
McIntosh Senior Living is at 600 Northeast Riverside Avenue, McIntosh, MN 56556. Phone: (218) 563-2715.
About this data
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