Cycle 1
Health 2025-03-20 · Fire 2025-03-20
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (2 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)
Duluth, MN
The North Shore Estates Llc
3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 6 recent health deficiencies with 8 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
7700 Grand Avenue, Duluth, MN
(218) 628-2341
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
2 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
70
Certified beds
Average residents
63
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Monarch Healthcare Management
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1987-05-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.68
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.48
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.09
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.95
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
18%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
36%
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 | 99.5% |
97.3%
2.2 pts better
|
93.4%
6.1 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 | 2.3% |
3.9%
1.6 pts better
|
3.3%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 4.6% |
4.3%
0.3 pts worse
|
11.4%
6.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 3.8% |
4.1%
0.3 pts better
|
5.4%
1.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 21.7% |
12.4%
9.3 pts worse
|
19.6%
2.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 16.9% |
17.5%
0.6 pts better
|
16.7%
0.2 pts worse
|
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 | 26.0% |
22.5%
3.5 pts worse
|
16.3%
9.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 18.2% |
18.6%
0.4 pts better
|
14.9%
3.3 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 | 2.3% |
2.6%
0.3 pts better
|
1.7%
0.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 29.2% |
24.8%
4.4 pts worse
|
19.8%
9.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 8.7% |
5.4%
3.3 pts worse
|
5.1%
3.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.3% |
88.6%
10.7 pts better
|
81.7%
17.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 16.2% |
14.0%
2.2 pts worse
|
12.0%
4.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.6% |
1.9%
1.3 pts better
|
1.6%
1 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 96.1% |
82.7%
13.4 pts better
|
79.7%
16.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 16.6% |
23.1%
6.5 pts better
|
23.9%
7.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-02-01 · Fire 2024-02-01
8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (2 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-02-24 · Fire 2023-02-24
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (1 deficiency)
1 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Services (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-04-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-04-04
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
K541 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Corrected 2025-04-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-04-04
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2025-04-04
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-04-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2025-04-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-04-04
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-02-22
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-02-22
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-03-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-24
K541 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Corrected 2023-03-23
Inspection history
Recent health citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-04-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2025-04-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
F660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected 2025-04-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2025-04-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2025-04-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-20
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 2025-04-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F921 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2024-02-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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 2024-02-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-02-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2024-02-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-02-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2024-02-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2024-02-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2024-02-22
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-24
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2023-03-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-24
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 2023-03-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-24
F636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected 2023-03-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-24
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2023-03-31
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Halpert, Marc
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Legum, Joshua
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Spartan Healthcare LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Yazoma Holdings, LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Stern, William
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Arem, Jeffrey
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Jaffa, Noam
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Nij LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Hml LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Muencz, Jeffrey
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Halpert, Marc
Corporate Director · Individual
Legum, Joshua
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Monarch Healthcare Operating Iv LLC
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Stern, William
Corporate Officer · Individual
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