Kittson Healthcare
Hallock, MN · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 245247) · 40 certified beds
Health inspection: 3 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: 1 totaling $8,190
Phone: (218) 843-3612 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Kittson Healthcare has a CMS overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the Minnesota state average of 3.15. Its health inspection rating is 3 stars and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
Kittson Healthcare reports total nurse staffing of about 3.60 hours per resident per day, including roughly 1.09 RN hours per resident per day, with a CMS staffing rating of 4 stars. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 82.9%.
Kittson Healthcare has 1 federal fine on record totaling $8,190.00, and no payment denials. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently in CMS's Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
Kittson Healthcare is a 40-bed nursing home in Hallock, Minnesota, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since July 1982. The facility is operated under non-profit ownership and currently serves an average of 35.3 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Kittson Healthcare holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the Minnesota state average of 3.15. Its health inspection rating is 3 stars, quality measures rating is 4 stars, and staffing rating is 4 stars.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS shows total nurse staffing of approximately 3.60 hours per resident per day, including about 1.09 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 82.9%.
On the penalty record, CMS lists 1 federal fine for this facility totaling $8,190.00. There are no payment denials on record. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not listed under CMS's Special Focus Facility program, which is reserved for homes CMS identifies as persistently underperforming and subject to increased inspection frequency.
No chain affiliation is indicated in the available data, and there has been no change of ownership in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
This profile is based on data published by CMS Care Compare; families are encouraged to review the current listing directly for the most up-to-date inspection and rating details.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Kittson Healthcare has an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the Minnesota state average of 3.15.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, Kittson Healthcare is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 3.60 hours per resident per day, including 1.09 RN hours, with a staffing rating of 4 stars and turnover of 82.9%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS lists 1 fine totaling $8,190.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, CMS does not show an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not part of the Special Focus Facility program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Kittson Healthcare has 40 certified beds and an average of 35.3 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is operated under non-profit ownership; the data provided does not indicate any chain affiliation.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on July 1, 1982.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating along with separate ratings for health inspections (3 stars), quality measures (4 stars), and staffing (4 stars) for Kittson Healthcare.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; contact the facility at 2188433612 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 2188433612 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the current listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/245247?state=MN.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.