nursing home in Fargo, ND
Fargo Elim Health Care Center
3534 University Drive S, Fargo, ND 58104 · (701) 271-1862
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Fargo Elim Health Care Center at a glance
Fargo Elim Health Care Center is a 88-bed non-profit nursing home in Fargo, North Dakota (Cass County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the North Dakota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 5.1 hours of nursing care per day (1.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 1, 2026) found 8 health citations. The North Dakota average is 5.6.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 35% per year (state average 48.8%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 88
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Cassia
- Medicare-certified since
- October 10, 2022
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Cass County
- CMS Certification Number
- 355129
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota 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 | 4.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.12 hrs | 4.42 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.37 hrs | 0.93 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.36 hrs | 2.97 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.49 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35% | 48.8% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.7% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 58 | 54.1 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota 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 | $27,629 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 88 | 68 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 85 | 63 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96% | 91.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.1% | 5.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.9% | 4.9% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.7% | 22.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 14.7% | 19.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.5% | 17.6% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.2% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.2% | 4.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 18% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.8% | 24.9% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.3% | 98.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.3% | 88.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 92.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| April 1, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 April 16, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 April 16, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| December 20, 2023 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 October 25, 2023 |
| December 20, 2023 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 2024 |
| December 20, 2023 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| December 20, 2023 Complaint | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELIM CARE INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/29/1986 |
| ANDERSON, PAUL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2021 |
| LEFF, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2000 |
| NUSS, PATRICK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/19/2005 |
| TANGEDAHL, GUY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2012 |
| WEBER-DANIELS, NICOLETTE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2021 |
| DAHL, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/29/1986 |
| KERN, MATTHEW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2019 |
| YOUNGQUIST, KATHRYN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/29/1986 |
| CASSIA Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| MUHONEN, RENEE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Fargo Elim Health Care Center's rating?
Fargo Elim Health Care Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for North Dakota nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Fargo Elim Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a North Dakota average of 5.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Fargo Elim Health 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 Fargo Elim Health Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Cassia. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Fargo Elim Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Fargo Elim Health Care Center is at 3534 University Drive S, Fargo, ND 58104. Phone: (701) 271-1862.
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.