nursing home in Cottage Grove, MN
Norris Square
6993 80th Street South, Cottage Grove, MN 55016 · (651) 769-6650
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Norris Square at a glance
Norris Square is a 72-bed non-profit nursing home in Cottage Grove, Minnesota (Washington 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 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (1.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 10, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 72
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Presbyterian Homes & Services
- Medicare-certified since
- May 13, 2019
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Washington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245637
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 4.47 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.53 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.65 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.90 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.3% | 38.6% | 42.9% | 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) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 12 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 72 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 37 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 51.5% | 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) | 0% | 4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.4% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.3% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.2% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.7% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.2% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 32.6% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.1% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.6% | 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% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.7% | 24.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.7% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 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) | 0% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87.8% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 2, 2026 |
| December 10, 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 2, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Standard | 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 January 30, 2026 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 3, 2024 |
| October 24, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 2, 2025 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 3, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 20, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | 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 November 20, 2024 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 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 December 15, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 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 November 28, 2023 |
| November 3, 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 November 28, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 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 November 28, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 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 November 28, 2023 |
| November 3, 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 November 28, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $0 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 3, 2023 | Payment Denial | 16 days from November 29, 2023 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRESBYTERIAN HOMES AND SERVICES Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/25/2017 |
| TCF INVESTMENTS MANAGEMENT, INC. Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/17/2017 |
| TCF INVESTMENTS MANAGEMENT, INC. Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/17/2017 |
| KISPERT, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/28/2023 |
| MIELKE, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/29/2019 |
| PEDERSON, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2025 |
| PETERSON, HEIDI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| PHS MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| FLETCHER, JONATHAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| MEYER, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2016 |
| PEDERSON, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| FLETCHER, JONATHAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| MEYER, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2016 |
| KISPERT, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/28/2023 |
| MIELKE, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/29/2019 |
| PHS MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/17/2017 |
| PRESBYTERIAN HOMES HOUSING AND ASSISTED LIVING, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/18/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Norris Square's rating?
Norris Square 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 Norris Square receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Norris Square 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 Norris Square?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Presbyterian Homes & Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Norris Square and how do I contact it?
Norris Square is at 6993 80th Street South, Cottage Grove, MN 55016. Phone: (651) 769-6650.
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.