Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Essentia Health Homestead
115 10th Avenue Northeast · Deer River, MN 56636 · 32 certified beds
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About Essentia Health Homestead
In Deer River, Minnesota, Essentia Health Homestead is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 32 beds. It is recorded as a nonprofit operator, part of Essentia Health. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 15 citations, the newest dated 18 May 2026. Federal enforcement records add 2 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 4.97 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
5.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
Staffing rating
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Cited deficiencies
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Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
12
Staffing rating
5.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
Inspection history (15)
Records from May 2024 to May 2026.
May 18, 2026 · G
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-18 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-05-18.GOVApril 22, 2026 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-22 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-22.GOVMarch 31, 2026 · G
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-31 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-31.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · K
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity K: pattern, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVJuly 30, 2025 · C
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-30 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-30.GOVJuly 30, 2025 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-30 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-30.GOVMarch 12, 2025 · F
Citation F0576Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0576 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOVMarch 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOVMarch 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOVMarch 12, 2025 · C
Citation F0732Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0732 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Post nurse staffing information every day. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOVMarch 12, 2025 · F
Citation F0851Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0851 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOVMay 16, 2024 · D
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-16 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-16.GOVMay 16, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-16 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-16.GOV
Penalties (2)
Total fines on file: $67,727
March 31, 2026 · Fine
Citation FINE-138964CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $27,378 against this nursing home on 2026-03-31 (Fine ID: 138964). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-31.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-136849CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $40,349 against this nursing home on 2025-12-17 (Fine ID: 136849). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 4.97 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q44.47 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-014.47 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-014.97 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-014.97 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q14.97 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.51 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
Non profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Essentia Health
Chain ID 813 · 6 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 4.3
- Chain average health inspection rating: 3.5
- Chain average staffing rating: 5
- Chain average quality measure rating: 3.3
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Essentia Health
parent · PAC 3173613312
Recent changes to this listing
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.
Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
- Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Ownership type, Parent organization
- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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