CAverage · score 45/100 · #197 of 338 in Minnesota
Kittson Healthcare
1010 South Birch Ave, Hallock, MN 56728 · 40 certified beds · Non profit - Other
Staffing 3.6 nurse hours per resident-daybelow median in Minnesota
6 health deficiencies at the last standard survey (CMS severity score 36)below median
$8,190 in fines in 3 years
Why Kittson Healthcare is graded C
Each metric below is percentile-ranked against Minnesota nursing homes in the same size band (small, 40 beds), then weighted. The score is the weighted sum; A ≥ 72, B ≥ 58, C ≥ 42, D ≥ 28, F below. Nothing here can be edited or paid for.
Kittson Healthcare at a Glance
C
45/100
Nurse staffing · weight 30Total nurse hours per resident per day, as reported to CMS (PBJ). Raw: 3.60 h.
26<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Health inspections · weight 30Health deficiencies cited at the last standard survey and complaint surveys, weighted by severity. Raw: 36.
40<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Quality measures · weight 25CMS quality-measure rating: falls, pressure ulcers, rehospitalisation, antipsychotic use. Raw: 4.
77<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Penalties · weight 15Fines and payment denials in the last three years. Raw: $8,190 fines, 0 denials.
38<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>CMS overall star ratingMedicare's own 1–5 rating, shown for reference; not part of our grade.
3/5Data: CMS Care Compare, as of Aug 1, 2026 · graded Sep 11, 2026 · peer group: Minnesota, small facilities · CMS record 245247 · How we grade.
Facility details
Address1010 South Birch Ave, Hallock, MN 56728
Phone2188433612
CountyKittson
OwnershipNon profit - Other
Certified beds40
AcceptsMedicare Medicaid
Special Focus FacilityNo
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A grade is a shortlist tool, not medical or legal advice. Visit the facility, ask for the latest survey report, and talk to residents' families before choosing.