Wedgewood Manor
804 Main St W · Cavalier, ND · 58220 · 7012658453
33 certified beds Non profit - Other Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
3 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
3 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$54,925 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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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: 1 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.90 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.96 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.66 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $54,925 |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D June 4, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F June 4, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 4, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · K October 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 11, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · K October 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 11, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · K October 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 11, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E May 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected June 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected June 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 12, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 16, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 12, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 16, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 12, 2023
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Corrected May 16, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2024 | Fine | $54,925 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 355087 · certified since March 6, 1980. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.