Cycle 1
Health 2025-07-09 · Fire 2025-07-09
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fergus Falls, MN
Lb Broen Home
3-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 6 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
824 South Sheridan Street, Fergus Falls, MN
(218) 998-7300
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
1 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
74
Certified beds
Average residents
52
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1987-04-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.00
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.00
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
0.00
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
0.00
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
0%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
0%
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 assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
96.1%
3.9 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.0% |
3.9%
0.1 pts worse
|
3.3%
0.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 3.1% |
4.3%
1.2 pts better
|
11.4%
8.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 5.3% |
4.1%
1.2 pts worse
|
5.4%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 4.6% |
12.4%
7.8 pts better
|
19.6%
15 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 15.4% |
17.5%
2.1 pts better
|
16.7%
1.3 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 | 23.1% |
22.5%
0.6 pts worse
|
16.3%
6.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 16.6% |
18.6%
2 pts better
|
14.9%
1.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.7% |
2.3%
0.6 pts better
|
1.0%
0.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 8.6% |
2.6%
6 pts worse
|
1.7%
6.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 26.0% |
24.8%
1.2 pts worse
|
19.8%
6.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.4% |
5.4%
2 pts better
|
5.1%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 80.3% |
88.6%
8.3 pts worse
|
81.7%
1.4 pts worse
|
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 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 66.7% |
82.7%
16 pts worse
|
79.7%
13 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-08-28 · Fire 2024-08-28
1 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-09-20 · Fire 2023-09-20
9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
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 2025-08-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-08-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2025-08-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-08-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
K751 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.
Corrected 2025-08-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-28
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 2024-09-09
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-28
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-09-11
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-28
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2024-09-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-28
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-09-11
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-20
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-10-19
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-20
K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2023-10-19
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-20
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-10-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-20
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2023-10-19
C · Minimal harm
2023-09-20
E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2023-10-19
Inspection history
Recent health citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2025-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
F700 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
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 2025-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
F919 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected 2025-08-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-28
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-09-26
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-20
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 2023-10-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-20
F622 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected 2023-10-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-20
F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2023-10-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-20
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 2023-10-19
C · Minimal harm
2023-09-20
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2023-10-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-05
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 2023-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-05
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2023-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-14
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2023-07-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-14
F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2023-07-10
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Austin, John
Corporate Director · Individual
Folden, Gaylord
Corporate Director · Individual
Frustol, Kurt
Corporate Officer · Individual
Genereux, Andre
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Hickman, Heather
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Hickman, Heather
Corporate Director · Individual
Larson, Paul
Corporate Director · Individual
Lutheran Brethren Retirement Services Inc
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Moline, Tom
Corporate Director · Individual
Rogness, Leland
Corporate Director · Individual
Vogel, Lisa
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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