Anoka Rehabilitation and Living Center
3000 4th Avenue · Anoka, MN · 55303 · 7635286400
120 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Volunteers of America Senior Living
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.20 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.23 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.78 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $24,297 |
Inspection citations (32 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected January 5, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 29, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected September 29, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 29, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected January 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
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.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 18, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C July 18, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected August 21, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G March 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| March 26, 2024 | Fine | $24,297 |
| March 26, 2024 | Payment Denial | 5 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245205 · certified since February 7, 1976. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.