Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Bloomington, Minnesota
1 of 5 nursing homes in Bloomington (20%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 3 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
563
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$143,879 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
87 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Bloomington, Minnesota, is adequate but comes with some concerns, as only 20% of the 5 facilities are recommended. Families should be aware of one facility in the caution tier with good scores but fines totaling $31,730, highlighting the need for careful consideration.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Presbyterian Homes Of Bloomington (93) — Presbyterian Homes Of Bloomington stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. With a Grade A and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community and patient-centered care, making it a highly recommended choice for residents.
The other 4 Bloomington facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $143K.
Recommended
Presbyterian Homes Of Bloomington stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. With a Grade A and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community and patient-centered care, making it a highly recommended choice for residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Bloomington Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.51 | 1.45 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 12 | 26.8 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $143,879
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Bloomington Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Bloomington's city average is 3.8 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 5 Bloomington facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Bloomington avg is 87 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Bloomington facilities average 26.8 deficiencies per inspection
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Bloomington at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 20% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $143K in total fines across 3 facilities
- Worst facility has $99K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 60.4 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 40% for-profit, 60% non-profit, 0% government
- 26.8 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Bloomington, MN are recommended?
1 of 5 nursing homes in Bloomington (20%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Bloomington "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Bloomington?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.