Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Luverne, Minnesota
1 of 2 nursing homes in Luverne (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
136
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$62,045 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
78 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Luverne, Minnesota, is adequate, with two facilities available and one recommended. Families should be aware that while the top facility, MN Veterans Home - Luverne, has excellent ratings, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $62,045.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 MN VETERANS HOME - LUVERNE (95) — This 5-star facility boasts an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and an A+ grade, reflecting its commitment to quality care for residents. With zero fines and a focus on supporting veterans, the MN Veterans Home - Luverne is dedicated to creating a nurturing community atmosphere.
The other 1 Luverne facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $62K.
Recommended
This 5-star facility boasts an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and an A+ grade, reflecting its commitment to quality care for residents. With zero fines and a focus on supporting veterans, the MN Veterans Home - Luverne is dedicated to creating a nurturing community atmosphere.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Luverne Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.60 | 1.30 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 11 | 22.5 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
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
- 1 Have fines totaling $62,045
Questions Luverne 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?"
Luverne's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Luverne facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Luverne avg is 78 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Luverne facilities average 22.5 deficiencies per inspection
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Luverne at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — nearly half the market
- $62K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $62K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 59.0 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 0% for-profit, 50% non-profit, 50% government
- 22.5 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Luverne, MN are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Luverne (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Luverne "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 Luverne?
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.