Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Springfield, Minnesota
1 of 1 nursing homes in Springfield (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
65
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
48 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Springfield, Minnesota, is limited but has a strong recommendation rate, with 100% of facilities meeting standards. Families should note that the top facility, ST JOHN LUTHERAN HOME, holds a solid 4-star rating, indicating a quality option without any fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 ST JOHN LUTHERAN HOME (75) — St John Lutheran Home shines with a solid CMS rating of 4★ and a Trust Score of 75/100, demonstrating quality care and a commitment to excellence. As a non-profit, this facility emphasizes community focus and provides a nurturing environment with a Grade B, ensuring residents receive personal attention in a welcoming setting.
Recommended
St John Lutheran Home shines with a solid CMS rating of 4★ and a Trust Score of 75/100, demonstrating quality care and a commitment to excellence. As a non-profit, this facility emphasizes community focus and provides a nurturing environment with a Grade B, ensuring residents receive personal attention in a welcoming setting.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Springfield Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.80 | 0.80 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 13 | 13.0 | — |
Questions Springfield 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?"
Springfield's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Springfield facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Springfield avg is 48 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Springfield facilities average 13.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Springfield at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 100% of the market
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- No major red flags in this market
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 75.0
- 0% for-profit, 100% non-profit, 0% government
- 13.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Springfield, MN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Springfield (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Springfield "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 Springfield?
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.