AExcellent · score 83/100 · #3 of 72 in North Dakota
Bethany On University
201 S University Dr, Fargo, ND 58103 · 172 certified beds · Non profit - Corporation
Staffing 5.4 nurse hours per resident-daytop quarter in North Dakota
3 health deficiencies at the last standard survey (CMS severity score 12)above median
No fines or payment denials in 3 years
Why Bethany On University is graded A
Each metric below is percentile-ranked against North Dakota nursing homes in the same size band (large, 172 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.
Bethany On University at a Glance
A
83/100
Nurse staffing · weight 30Total nurse hours per resident per day, as reported to CMS (PBJ). Raw: 5.40 h.
85<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: 12.
70<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: 5.
95<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Penalties · weight 15Fines and payment denials in the last three years. Raw: $0 fines, 0 denials.
85<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.
5/5Data: CMS Care Compare, as of Aug 1, 2026 · graded Sep 11, 2026 · peer group: North Dakota, large facilities · CMS record 355086 · How we grade.
Facility details
Address201 S University Dr, Fargo, ND 58103
Phone7012393000
CountyCass
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Certified beds172
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.