nursing home in Cook, MN
Cook Hospital & Care Center
10 Southeast Fifth Street, Cook, MN 55723 · (218) 666-5945
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Cook Hospital & Care Center at a glance
Cook Hospital & Care Center is a 28-bed government nursing home in Cook, Minnesota (St. Louis County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Minnesota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (1.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 29, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District
- Beds
- 28
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1986
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- St. Louis County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245392
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.46 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.65 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.81 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.83 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 25 | 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 | 28 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 22 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 78.9% | 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) | 8.9% | 4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.6% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.6% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.4% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.9% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.3% | 4.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 2.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16.3% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 41.1% | 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 given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.4% | 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. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2026 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 July 14, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 9, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 22, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 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 July 9, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 22, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 22, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 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 | Corrected August 16, 2025 |
| May 29, 2026 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 17, 2026 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 25, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 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 May 1, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| January 29, 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 | Corrected January 23, 2025 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| May 2, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Complaint | 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 April 26, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRADFORD, BRITTANY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| BRETT, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| COOK HOSPITAL Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2026 |
| DEBEVEC, TERESA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2007 |
| DOWNES, CODY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| GREEN, ANDREA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| HENSHAW, THERESA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| HOARD, KAYLEE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| JOHANSEN, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| LESEMANN, JULIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MAKI, STEPHANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MCCARTHY, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| NELSON, STEPHANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| NOVAK, CHRISTINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SALO, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2025 |
| SCHIMKA, DANIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| SPENCE, ELIZABETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| TILLOTSON, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| VAIL-JACKSON, MOLLY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/26/2025 |
| WILL, STACY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ZIEGLER, RICHARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ANTIKAINEN, KARIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2025 |
| BRANDON, HEATHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2025 |
| DAHL, ELIZABETH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| DRIGGS, JODELL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2025 |
| ENZMANN, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2009 |
| HYPPA, MARGIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2008 |
| LONG, WENDY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| MARTINSON, THERESA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| PARSON, DENISE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| PEARSON, JUDITH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2007 |
| PEDERSON, ERIC Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| POTTER, DONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2002 |
| STEGMEIR, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| TOSEL, LISA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| WEIAND, KATHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| DEBEVEC, TERESA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2007 |
| AHLGREN, MICHELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BRADFORD, BRITTANY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| BRETT, LORI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cook Hospital & Care Center's rating?
Cook Hospital & Care Center has 4 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 Cook Hospital & Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Cook Hospital & 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 Cook Hospital & Care Center?
It is government - hospital district. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Cook Hospital & Care Center and how do I contact it?
Cook Hospital & Care Center is at 10 Southeast Fifth Street, Cook, MN 55723. Phone: (218) 666-5945.
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.