Nursing home

Minnewaska Community Health Services

605 Main Street, Starbuck, MN, 56381

Ownership type: Non profit - Church related.

CMS overall rating
CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51of 5

At a glance

CMS reports a 1-star overall rating for Minnewaska Community Health Services, with 23 inspection citations on record (2 higher severity). Federal records include $31,013 in the current dataset.
CMS overall
1
of 5
Health inspection
1
of 5
Staffing
3
of 5
Quality measures
3
of 5
Certified beds
39
CMS-reported

CMS rating profile

The four CMS ratings on one aligned scale, with county and state averages for context.

Rating profile

How this facility's overall rating relates to its three CMS component ratings.

Overall1 of 5
Health inspection1 of 5
Staffing3 of 5
Quality measures3 of 5

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Comparative context

This facility's CMS overall rating next to its county and state averages.

This facility 1
15
Pope Co. avg 1Minnesota avg 3.17This facility
This facility: 1 of 5. Pope Co. avg: 1. Minnesota avg: 3.17.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
Averages are calculated from CMS records included in this dataset and exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A neutral reference point, not a CMS rating or a pass/fail line.

Inspections and citations

Health-inspection citations CMS reports for this facility. Individual records are in the technical appendix.

Citation profile

How many citations CMS reports, how severe, and when they occurred.

23
Citations on record
2
Higher severity (G–L)
7
From complaints
0
Infection control
Citations by inspection year
62022
12023
52024
112025
Higher severity Standard

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
Severity uses the CMS scope-and-severity letter (G–L count as higher severity). Counts are CMS-reported inspection findings, not a judgment about current conditions.

Federal records

Federal fines (CMPs) and payment-denial records CMS reports in the recent reporting period. These are distinct record types and are never merged.

Federal fines (CMP)

Fine records over time, sized by amount.

2 records · $31,013 total · Sep 21, 2023–Mar 25, 2025
  1. Mar 25, 2025$17,220
  2. Sep 21, 2023$13,793

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Payment denials

Payment-denial records over time, sized by duration.

No payment-denial records are included in this data for this facility.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
CMS may deny Medicare/Medicaid payment for new admissions. This is a distinct record type from a civil monetary fine. Confirm current status on CMS Care Compare.

Staffing and care

Selected CMS care indicators for long-stay residents, with a typical level for context. The CMS staffing star rating appears in the rating profile above.

Selected care measures

How this facility's reported care indicators sit against a typical level.

3 of 3 care measures reported by CMS
On antipsychotic medication(lower is better)2.7%

Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication.

With new/worsened pressure ulcers(lower is better)1.43%

Long-stay residents with new or worsened pressure ulcers.

Falls with major injury(lower is better)6.31%

Long-stay residents with one or more falls with major injury.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
The tick marks a typical level for context and is calculated from CMS records included in this dataset — not a CMS rating. Per-shift staffing hours are not part of this dataset. Missing values are shown as “Not reported”, never as zero.

Ownership

Facilities and agencies grouped by CMS-reported ownership fields. A company appearing here does not by itself mean it controlled day-to-day care or did anything wrong.

Owner / organizationRole
Engler, BrianW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
Knoll, ChristopherW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
Aslagson, KayoCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Brandt, PeterCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Ehrenberg, MichelleCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Engler, BrianCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Hendrickson, RobertCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Reese, AliceCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Samuelson, JohnCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Stark, StanleyCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Anderson, FaithCORPORATE OFFICER
Knoll, ChristopherCORPORATE OFFICER

Nearby facilities

Other CMS-certified nursing homes near Pope County.

605 Main Street, Starbuck
Pope County · MN · 56381
39 certified beds45.6135, -95.5310

Verify the current location and license with official sources.

FacilityLocationOverallHealthStaffingCMS abuse iconFederal penalties
Guardian Angels Care Center
CCN 245012
Elk River, MN224Not shown$98,353
Crest View Lutheran Home
CCN 245018
Columbia Heights, MN11Shown$0
Interfaith Care Center
CCN 245024
Carlton, MN444Not shown$0
Highland Chateau Health And Rehabilitation Center
CCN 245028
Saint Paul, MNNot shown$84,481
Neilson Place
CCN 245039
Bemidji, MN114Shown$55,255
Lakehouse Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
CCN 245055
Minneapolis, MN114Not shown$0

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Frequently asked questions

What is Minnewaska Community Health Services's CMS rating?

Minnewaska Community Health Services has a 1-star CMS overall rating (out of 5) in the current dataset, with CMS component ratings of 1 for health inspections, 3 for staffing, and 3 for quality measures. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about current conditions.

Where is Minnewaska Community Health Services located?

Minnewaska Community Health Services is located at 605 Main Street, Starbuck, MN, 56381 in Pope County, and CMS lists 39 certified beds.

Does Minnewaska Community Health Services have federal penalties or payment denials on record?

The CMS data includes $31,013 in federal fine amounts and 0 payment-denial records for Minnewaska Community Health Services over roughly the past three years. These are CMS-reported records; see CMS Care Compare for the details and context.

How does Minnewaska Community Health Services's rating compare to nearby facilities?

Minnewaska Community Health Services's CMS overall rating is 1 of 5. For comparison, the average CMS overall rating is 1 across 2 facilities in Pope County, and 3.17 across Minnesota. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated, and a star rating is a CMS summary, not a judgment about any individual facility.

How can I verify Minnewaska Community Health Services's current information?

SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm Minnewaska Community Health Services's current ratings, inspection reports, and license status on the official CMS Care Compare site and with your state survey agency.

Technical appendix

Record identifiers

CMS provider number (CCN)
245537
Ownership type
Non profit - Church related
Certified beds
39
Data snapshot
2026-07-17
All 23 citation records
DateCMS tagSeverityTypeCMS deficiency statusCorrection date
Nov 24, 20250880DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 28, 2025
Jul 1, 20250686DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 18, 2025
Mar 28, 20250550EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 14, 2025
Mar 25, 20250578JStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 26, 2025
Mar 25, 20250689DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 15, 2025
Mar 25, 20250812FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 17, 2025
Mar 25, 20250851FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 27, 2025
Mar 25, 20250880FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 23, 2025
Mar 25, 20250912EStandardWaiver has been grantedNot available
Mar 25, 20250919DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 16, 2025
Jan 16, 20250760DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionFeb 6, 2025
Jan 24, 20240851FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionFeb 9, 2024
Jan 24, 20240880EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionFeb 15, 2024
Jan 24, 20240912EStandardWaiver has been grantedMar 6, 2024
Jan 24, 20240623DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionFeb 9, 2024
Jan 24, 20240625DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionFeb 9, 2024
Sep 21, 20230689JComplaintPast Non-ComplianceSep 14, 2023
Oct 27, 20220577CStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 28, 2022
Oct 27, 20220584CStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 21, 2022
Oct 27, 20220641DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 21, 2022
Oct 27, 20220677DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 18, 2022
Oct 27, 20220883DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 21, 2022
Oct 27, 20220912BStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 23, 2022

How to verify this data

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  • Your state survey agency’s latest inspection reports
  • Any recent complaint investigations
  • Current ownership and license status

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