nursing home in Fertile, MN
Fair Meadow Nursing Home
300 Garfield Avenue Southeast, Fertile, MN 56540 · (218) 945-6194
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- 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
Fair Meadow Nursing Home at a glance
Fair Meadow Nursing Home is a 42-bed non-profit nursing home in Fertile, Minnesota (Polk County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Minnesota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 5.2 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 (September 10, 2025) found 11 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
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 42
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Polk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245545
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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 |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.24 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.65 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) | 4.11 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 36 | 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 | 42 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 39 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.3% | 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) | 6.5% | 4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 26.2% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 6.5% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.4% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.4% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.4% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.5% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 9.1% | 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) | 18% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29.1% | 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) | 97.8% | 97.4% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 73.1% | 88.1% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 17 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 15, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 23, 2026 |
| July 15, 2026 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 23, 2026 |
| July 15, 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 September 23, 2026 |
| September 10, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 14, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 14, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 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 October 31, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 18, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | 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 October 31, 2025 |
| September 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 October 31, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0711 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected November 18, 2025 |
| October 21, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 30, 2024 |
| August 27, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 2024 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 2024 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 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 October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 2024 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 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 October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 2024 Standard | 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 October 3, 2024 |
| August 27, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| June 14, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 16, 2023 |
| June 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 16, 2023 |
| June 14, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 16, 2023 |
| June 14, 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 August 16, 2023 |
| June 14, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 16, 2023 |
| June 14, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2023 |
| June 14, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2023 |
| June 14, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 5, 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| VILLAGE OF FERTILE Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/1991 |
| LARSON, SANDRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2025 |
| VILLAGE OF FERTILE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2025 |
| WHITE, CHERYL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2025 |
| LARSON, SANDRA Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2024 |
| WHITE, CHERYL Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| BOSMAN, AMANDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2022 |
| KIEFERT, MARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/11/2021 |
| MASSMANN, MATTHEW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/08/2020 |
| TODAHL, EILEEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2024 |
| WILKENS, DANIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| LIDEN, LISA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Fair Meadow Nursing Home's rating?
Fair Meadow Nursing Home has 3 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 Fair Meadow Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Fair Meadow Nursing Home 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 Fair Meadow Nursing Home?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Fair Meadow Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Fair Meadow Nursing Home is at 300 Garfield Avenue Southeast, Fertile, MN 56540. Phone: (218) 945-6194.
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.