About Kittson Healthcare
Kittson Healthcare, located in HALLOCK, MN, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Kittson Healthcare
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 3 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.77 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
Kittson Healthcare provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 3 |
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| Health Inspection | 3 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 36 | Jun 11, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 53 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | N/A |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | N/A |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | N/A |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | N/A |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 21.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 5.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 10.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 10.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 17.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 2.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 25.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 11.4% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 3 complaints
- 2024: 9 complaints
- Total: 12 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2024 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. |
| Jun 26, 2024 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Jun 26, 2024 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Jun 26, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jun 19, 2024 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. |
| Jun 19, 2024 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. |
| Jun 19, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Jun 19, 2024 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Apr 24, 2024 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| Oct 20, 2023 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. |
| Oct 20, 2023 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. |
| Oct 20, 2023 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
Nearby Hospitals
KITTSON HEALTHCARE
HALLOCK, MN
UNITY MEDICAL CENTER
GRAFTON, ND
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
KITTSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- CARLENE COLE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CARLENE COLE ADP OF THE SNF
- STACY DIAMOND MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- LAURA HANSON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- LAURA HANSON ADP OF THE SNF
- KENNY HULTGREN MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- HUGH HUNT MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- ROLAND LARTER MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- JAMES SURDY OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JAMES SURDY ADP OF THE SNF
- MICHAEL SWANSON MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- ANDREA SWENSON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ANDREA SWENSON ADP OF THE SNF
- SANDY WILSON MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Karlstad Healthcare Center Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Lutheran Sunset Home | N/A | 3 |
| Kittson Healthcare | N/A | 3 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Kittson Healthcare directly at 2188433612. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.