About Minnewaska Community Health Services
Minnewaska Community Health Services, located in STARBUCK, MN, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Minnewaska Community Health Services
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.13 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.13 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).
Mixed Staffing Levels
Minnewaska Community Health Services provides less care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 2 |
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| Health Inspection | 2 |
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| Quality Measures | 3 |
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| Staffing | 3 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 8 | Apr 29, 2026 |
| Weighted Average | 61 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 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) | 22.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 2.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 5.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 2.2% |
| 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) | 6.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 99.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 96.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 17.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 10.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 96.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 1.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 32.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 2.7% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 1 complaint
- 2024: 2 complaints
- 2025: 4 complaints
- Total: 7 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Jul 18, 2025 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Apr 14, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| Feb 06, 2025 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| Feb 09, 2024 | Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. |
| Feb 09, 2024 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| Sep 14, 2023 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
MINNEWASKA LUTHERAN HOME
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- FAITH ANDERSON CORPORATE OFFICER
- KAYO ASLAGSON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PETER BRANDT CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MICHELLE EHRENBERG CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- BRIAN ENGLER W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- BRIAN ENGLER CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ROBERT HENDRICKSON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPHER KNOLL W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- CHRISTOPHER KNOLL CORPORATE OFFICER
- ALICE REESE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JOHN SAMUELSON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- STANLEY STARK CORPORATE DIRECTOR
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Galeon | N/A | 5 |
| Knute Nelson Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| West Wind Village | N/A | 4 |
| Barrett Care Center Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Bethany On The Lake LLC | N/A | 3 |
| Minnewaska Community Health Services | N/A | 2 |
| Glenwood Village Care Center | N/A | 1 |
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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 Minnewaska Community Health Services directly at 3202392217. 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.