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Hillcrest Health Care, LLC

714 Southbend Avenue, Mankato, MN 56001

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Hillcrest Health Care, LLC is a nursing home in Mankato, 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.

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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Facts from CMS

Phone
(507) 387-3491
Last standard health inspection
August 24, 2026 (2 months ago)
Certified beds
95
Residents per day, on average
63.5
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Hillcrest Health Care LLC
Chain
Monarch Healthcare Management
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Minnesota average (37 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.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • 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 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  2. 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.

    • Name

      CMS lists a new name for this home. It was Hillcrest Care & Rehabilitation Center.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from February 27, 2025 from $17,345 to $17,605.

  3. 1 citation

    Health inspection on August 24, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • 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 September 18, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 4 times since 2023.

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  4. 5 citations

    Fire safety inspection on August 24, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0222. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 30, 2026.

    • Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 30, 2026.

    • Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 30, 2026.

    • Citation K0741. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 30, 2026.

    • Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 30, 2026.

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  5. 6 citations

    Health inspection on June 30, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • 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 5, 2026.

    • 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 August 5, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 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 August 5, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 4 times since 2023.

    • 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 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 5, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2023.

    • 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 August 5, 2026.

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  6. CMS update of June 24, 2026

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from February 27, 2025 from $26,685 to $17,345.

  7. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  8. CMS update of December 15, 2025

    • 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.

  9. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  10. 1 citation

    Health inspection on August 14, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 24, 2025.

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  11. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  12. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • 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 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  13. 1 citation

    Health inspection on February 27, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    74 of 337 Minnesota homes (22%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.

    • Citation F0684. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 6, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0684 3 times since 2023.

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  14. Fine

    February 27, 2025 (1 year ago)

    CMS fine of $17,605 on February 27, 2025.

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  15. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  16. CMS update of December 20, 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.

  17. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from February 18, 2022 from $54,902 to $50,175.

  18. 1 citation

    Health inspection on October 17, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    62 of 337 Minnesota homes (18%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.

    • 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 October 14, 2024.

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  19. CMS update of September 26, 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.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from November 15, 2022 from $20,823 to $21,295.

  20. CMS update of August 29, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from February 18, 2022 from $53,716 to $54,902.

  21. 2 citations

    Health inspection on August 28, 2024

    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 September 26, 2024.

    • 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 26, 2024.

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  22. CMS update of July 31, 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.

  23. CMS update of June 26, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from February 18, 2022 from $50,175 to $53,716.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from November 15, 2022 from $20,000 to $20,823.

  24. 9 citations

    Health inspection on June 13, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0881. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0881 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2024.

    • 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 July 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 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 July 25, 2024.

    • 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 July 25, 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 July 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2024.

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  25. 6 citations

    Fire safety inspection on June 13, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0271. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have exits that are accessible at all times.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0293. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0930. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper storage of liquid oxygen.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0331. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Construct fire resistant interior walls.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2024.

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  26. 2 citations

    Health inspection on March 29, 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 May 1, 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 2, 2024.

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  27. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  28. 14 citations

    Health inspection on July 27, 2023

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 1, 2023.

    • 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 September 15, 2023.

    • Citation F0881. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 6, 2023.

    • Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0622. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0676. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 1, 2023.

    • 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 September 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 September 1, 2023.

    • 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 September 1, 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 September 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 30, 2023.

    • Citation F0919. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 24, 2023.

    • Citation F0882. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 27, 2023.

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Owners and managers

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Questions

When was Hillcrest Health Care, LLC last inspected?

CMS lists August 24, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Hillcrest Health Care, LLC have?

CMS lists 37 health citations since July 27, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Hillcrest Health Care, LLC been fined?

CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $17,605 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Hillcrest Health Care, LLC?

Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.

Is Hillcrest Health Care, LLC a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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