Little Falls Care Center
1200 First Avenue Northeast, Little Falls, MN 56345
Little Falls Care Center is a nursing home in Little Falls, Minnesota. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 4 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 2 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (320) 632-2061
- Last standard health inspection
- July 30, 2026 (3 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 64
- Residents per day, on average
- 57.2
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Little Falls Health Services
- Chain
- St. Francis Health Services
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Minnesota average (45 vs 23).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
8 citations
Health inspection on July 30, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
53 of 337 Minnesota homes (16%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.
Citation F0755. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 3, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0755 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0851. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 3, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0580 5 times since 2024.
Citation F0804. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
Citation F0572. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
7 citations
Fire safety inspection on July 30, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0007. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
Citation E0036. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for E0036 2 times since 2024.
Citation E0037. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
Citation E0039. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
Citation K0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
Citation E0030. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
Citation E0034. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 30, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 22, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 4 times since 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on May 21, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 29, 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 3 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 20, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 3 times since 2024.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on December 31, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
68 of 337 Minnesota homes (20%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 22, 2025.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
3 citations
Health inspection on August 22, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2025.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2025.
Citation F0740. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 7, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2025.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0625 from the health inspection on April 18, 2024.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0758 from the health inspection on April 18, 2024.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0623 from the health inspection on April 18, 2024.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0851 from the health inspection on April 18, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on February 4, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of August 29, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 23, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 18, 2024.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on July 26, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2024.
10 citations
Health inspection on April 18, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
Citation F0625. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
Citation F0699. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0699 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0756. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0758 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0883 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0623. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
2 citations
Fire safety inspection on April 18, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Citation E0036. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2024.
5 citations
Health inspection on March 6, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2024.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2024.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.9 to 3.4 hours per resident per day.
4 citations
Health inspection on January 25, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 3, 2024.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 3, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 3, 2024.
Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 3, 2024.
7 citations
Health inspection on June 29, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0688. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2023.
Citation F0883. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2023.
Citation F0604. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2023.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2023.
Citation F0699. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2023.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2023.
Citation F0825. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2023.
1 citation
Fire safety inspection on June 29, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0291. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 12, 2023.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- BIG STONE THERAPIES, INCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/03/2015
- EIDE BAILLY LLPOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/03/2023
- ST. FRANCIS HEALTH SERVICES OF MORRIS, INCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2014
- BACH, CURTISOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/28/2024
- BAKKE, CHRISTINEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 09/30/2019
- CASPERS, MEGANOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/29/2014
- CHRISTENSEN, JEANOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/30/2024
- DRIPPS, DANIELOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2016
- EHLERS, DOUGLASOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2023
- GOODNOUGH, JENNIFEROperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2021
- GRAMM, TIMOTHYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2023
- HANNEKEN, MICHELLEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/20/2022
- HEJHAL, ROXANNEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/10/2023
- HOFMANN, REEDOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/08/2023
- HUSETH, KENDRAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/26/2024
- LAIR, MICHAELOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2025
- LIENEMANN, STEVENOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2025
- LUETMER, JOHNOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2021
- MARLOW, JINAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/06/2022
- MILLER, KELLYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/09/2020
- NELSON - HOLIEN, KELSIOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2025
- NELSON, PATRICKOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- NOLTING, STACYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/05/2025
- PETERSON-DEVRIES, CAMIOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/08/2022
- RAW, CAROLOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/16/2005
- RENTZ, LAURAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2024
- RENTZ, MARKOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/22/2024
- RENTZ, PAULOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2021
- RIFE, DARENOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 09/17/2025
- RYAN, BENOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/27/2012
- SCHNEIDER, TODDOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2013
- SCHYMA, SHELIAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/18/2020
- STOCK, KELSEYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/01/2022
- THOMPSON, RENEEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 10/10/2018
- TOMOSON, APRILOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/12/2021
- VERLEY, KELLYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/18/2020
- WALKER, AMYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/13/2024
- WIESE, LORRAINEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/25/2017
Questions
When was Little Falls Care Center last inspected?
CMS lists July 30, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Little Falls Care Center have?
CMS lists 45 health citations since June 29, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Little Falls Care Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Little Falls Care Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Little Falls Care Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.