nursing home in Mankato, MN

Hillcrest Health Care, LLC

714 Southbend Avenue, Mankato, MN 56001 · (507) 387-3491

★★★★★1

Much below average
CMS overall star rating

Health inspections★★★★★1
Staffing★★★★★3
Quality measures★★★★★2

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

Hillcrest Health Care, LLC at a glance

Hillcrest Health Care, LLC is a 95-bed for-profit nursing home in Mankato, Minnesota (Blue Earth 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 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 13, 2024) found 15 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $17,605.

Nursing staff turnover is 54.1% per year (state average 42.2%).

Facility details

Type: Nursing home
Ownership: For Profit - Corporation
Beds: 95
Certified for: Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity: Monarch Healthcare Management
Medicare-certified since: January 1, 1988
Resident/family council: Both
County: Blue Earth County
CMS Certification Number: 245507

Ratings

Measure	This facility	Minnesota avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)	1 / 5	3.2 / 5	3 / 5	Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)	1 / 5	2.8 / 5	2.8 / 5	Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)	3 / 5	4.1 / 5	2.9 / 5	Average
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
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)	1 / 5	3.3 / 5	3.3 / 5	Worse

Staffing

Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Minnesota avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)	3.55 hrs	4.19 hrs	3.86 hrs	Worse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)	0.89 hrs	1.06 hrs	0.69 hrs	Better
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)	2.03 hrs	2.52 hrs	2.32 hrs	Worse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)	3.17 hrs	3.71 hrs	3.42 hrs	Worse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)	54.1%	42.2%	45.8%	Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)	62.5%	38.6%	42.9%	Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)	2	1	1	Worse

Inspections

Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Minnesota avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)	15	7	9	Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)	6	2	3	Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)	97	63.9	80.6	Worse

Penalties

Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages

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)	$17,605	$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.
Certified beds	95	71	107
Average residents per day	64	60	86
Occupancy	66.8%	84.1%	80.9%

Long-stay residents

Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Minnesota avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)	6.9%	4%	3.2%	Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)	6.5%	5.2%	4.6%	Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)	29%	17.1%	15.4%	Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)	2.5%	2.6%	1.6%	Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)	0.4%	1.9%	0.8%	Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)	14.6%	18.2%	13.9%	Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)	24%	20.5%	14.1%	Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)	3.6%	4.1%	5.2%	Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)	8.6%	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)	25.3%	12.5%	19.5%	Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)	28.7%	24.5%	19%	Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)	86.2%	96.1%	95.5%	Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)	99%	97.4%	93.6%	Better

Short-stay residents

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Minnesota avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)	5.4%	1.9%	1.6%	Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)	42.7%	82.7%	79.8%	Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)	96.6%	88.1%	82%	Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 47 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

Date	Citation	Severity	Status
June 30, 2026 Complaint	Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected August 5, 2026
June 30, 2026 Complaint	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected August 5, 2026
June 30, 2026 Complaint	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 August 5, 2026
June 30, 2026 Complaint	Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected August 5, 2026
June 30, 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	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected August 5, 2026
June 30, 2026 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 August 5, 2026
August 14, 2025 Complaint	Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 24, 2025
February 27, 2025 Complaint	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 February 6, 2025
October 17, 2024 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 October 14, 2024
August 28, 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 September 26, 2024
August 28, 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 September 26, 2024
June 13, 2024 Fire safety	Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 Fire safety	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 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 July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 Fire safety	Ensure proper storage of liquid oxygen. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0930	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 Fire safety	Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 Fire safety	Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 Standard	Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 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 July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 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 July 25, 2024
June 13, 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 July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 Standard	Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 25, 2024
June 13, 2024 Standard	Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 25, 2024
June 13, 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 July 25, 2024
June 13, 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 July 25, 2024
March 29, 2024 Complaint	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 May 1, 2024
March 29, 2024 Complaint	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 May 2, 2024
July 27, 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 September 1, 2023
July 27, 2023 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected September 15, 2023
July 27, 2023 Standard	Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected September 6, 2023
July 27, 2023 Standard	Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected August 24, 2023
July 27, 2023 Standard	Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 1, 2023
July 27, 2023 Standard	Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 1, 2023
July 27, 2023 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 August 30, 2023
July 27, 2023 Standard	Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 1, 2023
July 27, 2023 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 September 1, 2023
July 27, 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 September 1, 2023
July 27, 2023 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 September 1, 2023
July 27, 2023 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 September 1, 2023
July 27, 2023 Standard	Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 1, 2023
July 27, 2023 Standard	Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882	C No harm, widespread	Corrected August 27, 2023
February 18, 2022 Standard	Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686	G Actual harm, isolated	Corrected March 31, 2022
February 18, 2022 Standard	Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected March 18, 2022
February 18, 2022 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 March 31, 2022
February 18, 2022 Standard	Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected March 18, 2022
February 18, 2022 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected March 31, 2022
February 18, 2022 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 March 31, 2022
February 18, 2022 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 March 18, 2022
February 18, 2022 Standard	Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected March 18, 2022
February 18, 2022 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 March 31, 2022
February 18, 2022 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 March 18, 2022
February 18, 2022 Standard	Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected March 31, 2022

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 $17,605 in fines.

Date	Penalty	Amount / length
February 27, 2025	Fine	$17,605

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

Name	Role	Share	Since
AREM, JEFFREY Individual	5% or greater direct ownership interest	—	07/01/2015
HML LLC Organization	5% or greater direct ownership interest	—	05/15/2015
JAFFA, NOAM Individual	5% or greater direct ownership interest	—	07/01/2015
NIJ LLC Organization	5% or greater direct ownership interest	—	05/16/2015
SPARTAN HEALTHCARE LLC Organization	5% or greater direct ownership interest	—	05/15/2015
STERN, WILLIAM Individual	5% or greater direct ownership interest	—	07/01/2015
YAZOMA HOLDINGS, LLC Organization	5% or greater direct ownership interest	—	05/15/2015
HALPERT, MARC Individual	5% or greater indirect ownership interest	23%	07/01/2015
LEGUM, JOSHUA Individual	5% or greater indirect ownership interest	23%	07/01/2015
MUENCZ, JEFFREY Individual	5% or greater indirect ownership interest	13%	07/01/2015
HALPERT, MARC Individual	contracted managing employee	NOT APPLICABLE	07/01/2015
MUENCZ, JEFFREY Individual	corporate officer	NOT APPLICABLE	07/01/2015
STERN, WILLIAM Individual	corporate officer	NOT APPLICABLE	07/01/2015
MONARCH HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization	operational/managerial control	NOT APPLICABLE	05/16/2015
LEGUM, JOSHUA Individual	w-2 managing employee	NOT APPLICABLE	07/01/2015

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hillcrest Health Care, LLC's rating?

Hillcrest Health Care, LLC 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 Hillcrest Health Care, LLC receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Hillcrest Health Care, LLC 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 Hillcrest Health Care, LLC?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Monarch Healthcare Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Hillcrest Health Care, LLC and how do I contact it?

Hillcrest Health Care, LLC is at 714 Southbend Avenue, Mankato, MN 56001. Phone: (507) 387-3491.

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.