Cycle 1
Health 2025-12-11 · Fire 2025-12-11
3 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nursing and Physician Services (1 deficiency)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Bigfork, MN
Bigfork Valley Communities
5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 3 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
258 Pine Tree Drive, Bigfork, MN
(218) 743-3177
Overall
5 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
40
Certified beds
Average residents
22
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Government
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1988-05-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
1.79
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.15
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
3.17
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
4.00
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
20%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
29%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
97.3%
2.7 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.0% |
3.9%
3.9 pts better
|
3.3%
3.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 3.3% |
4.3%
1 pts better
|
11.4%
8.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 0.0% |
4.1%
4.1 pts better
|
5.4%
5.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 22.9% |
12.4%
10.5 pts worse
|
19.6%
3.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 5.7% |
17.5%
11.8 pts better
|
16.7%
11 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 28.3% |
22.5%
5.8 pts worse
|
16.3%
12 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 27.1% |
18.6%
8.5 pts worse
|
14.9%
12.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 5.8% |
2.3%
3.5 pts worse
|
1.0%
4.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 5.4% |
2.6%
2.8 pts worse
|
1.7%
3.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 28.6% |
24.8%
3.8 pts worse
|
19.8%
8.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 1.4% |
5.4%
4 pts better
|
5.1%
3.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
88.6%
11.4 pts better
|
81.7%
18.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
1.9%
1.9 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-10-23 · Fire 2024-10-23
5 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (2 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-11-15 · Fire 2023-11-15
3 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (1 deficiency)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2025-12-31
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-12-24
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2025-12-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-12-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-12-24
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2025-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2025-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-01-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2025-01-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-15
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2023-12-18
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-15
K346 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Corrected 2023-12-18
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-15
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-12-18
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-15
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-12-18
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-15
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2023-12-18
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-15
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-12-18
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-15
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-12-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-15
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2023-12-18
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2026-01-06
C · Minimal harm
2025-12-11
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2026-01-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-14
F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2026-01-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
F676 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected 2024-12-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-12-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2024-12-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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 2024-12-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-23
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-12-04
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-15
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2023-12-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-15
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-12-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-23
F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2023-07-14
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Anderson, Darla
Corporate Officer · Individual
Anderson, Jessica
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Hough, Nathan
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Hough, Nathan
Corporate Officer · Individual
Mckellar, Paula
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Niemala, Amanda
Corporate Director · Individual
Northern Itasca Hospital District
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Scrivner, Jeffrey
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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