Benedictine Health Center of Minneapolis
618 East 17th Street · Minneapolis, MN · 55404 · 6128792811
90 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Benedictine Health System
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.07 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 2.44 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.55 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 25% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $84,774 |
Inspection citations (31 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 26, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected May 26, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 26, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 26, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected May 26, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 3, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 26, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 3, 2026
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected May 26, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 26, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected February 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 16, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected February 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected February 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected February 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected February 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
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 February 26, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected June 14, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected June 14, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected June 14, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 14, 2024 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2024 | Fine | $84,774 |
| May 23, 2024 | Payment Denial | 37 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245266 · certified since February 24, 1984. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.