nursing home in Browns Valley, MN
Browns Valley Health Center
114 Jefferson Street South, Browns Valley, MN 56219 · (320) 695-2165
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Browns Valley Health Center at a glance
Browns Valley Health Center is a 31-bed non-profit nursing home in Browns Valley, Minnesota (Traverse 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 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 21, 2026) found 4 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $26,685.
Nursing staff turnover is 40% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 31
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- St. Francis Health Services
- Medicare-certified since
- June 1, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Traverse County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245564
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.19 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.91 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.72 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.57 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 4 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 31 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $26,685 | $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. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 31 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 28 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89% | 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) | 1.9% | 4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 28.7% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.8% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.7% | 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) | 18% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.1% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| 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) | 30.2% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.2% | 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 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 21, 2026 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 April 21, 2026 |
| April 21, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 21, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2026 |
| April 21, 2026 Standard | 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, 2026 |
| March 4, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| March 4, 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 April 16, 2026 |
| March 4, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| March 12, 2025 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 March 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 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 April 18, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 18, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 18, 2025 |
| April 17, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 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 May 13, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $26,685 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 4, 2026 | Fine | $26,685 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BACH, CURTIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/28/2024 |
| BAKKE, CHRISTINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/2019 |
| BEUMER, JUDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BIG STONE THERAPIES, INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/22/2025 |
| CASPERS, MEGAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2014 |
| EHRP, SAMUEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/06/2024 |
| EIDE BAILLY LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/22/2025 |
| HANNEKEN, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/20/2022 |
| HECK, DEBRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/27/2014 |
| HEJHAL, ROXANNE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/10/2023 |
| HERZOG, AUTUMN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2012 |
| HOFMANN, REED Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/08/2023 |
| HUSETH, KENDRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/26/2024 |
| JOHNSON, TODD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| KANE, TRACIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2003 |
| MARLOW, JINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2022 |
| PETERSON-DEVRIES, CAMI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/08/2022 |
| RAW, ANDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2009 |
| RAW, CAROL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/2005 |
| RENTZ, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/22/2024 |
| RYAN, BEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2012 |
| SANFORD, MELINDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/27/2015 |
| STERLING, APRIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/21/2018 |
| ST. FRANCIS HEALTH SERVICES OF MORRIS, INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| STOCK, KELSEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| THOMPSON, RENEE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2018 |
| TOMOSON, APRIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2021 |
| WALKER, AMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/2024 |
| BACH, CURTIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/28/2024 |
| DRIPPS, DANIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| EHLERS, DOUGLAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| GOODNOUGH, JENNIFER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| GRAMM, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| LAIR, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LIENEMANN, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LUETMER, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| NELSON, PATRICK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| PETERSON-DEVRIES, CAMI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/08/2022 |
| RAW, CAROL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/2005 |
| RENTZ, LAURA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Browns Valley Health Center's rating?
Browns Valley Health Center 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 Browns Valley Health Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Browns Valley Health 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 Browns Valley Health Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of St. Francis Health Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Browns Valley Health Center and how do I contact it?
Browns Valley Health Center is at 114 Jefferson Street South, Browns Valley, MN 56219. Phone: (320) 695-2165.
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.