Cura of Melrose
101 5th Avenue Nw · Melrose, MN · 56352 · 3202564474
75 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Cura
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
3 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
100% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.18 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.70 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.84 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 100% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $26,685 |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G January 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 3, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026 · 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 February 3, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G December 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 29, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected November 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected November 14, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025
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.
Corrected November 14, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 14, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 9, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected September 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 24, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 10, 2023
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected September 18, 2023 · Resident Rights
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2025 | Fine | $26,685 |
| July 29, 2025 | Payment Denial | 76 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245396 · certified since December 1, 1986. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.