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Home Health Agency

Kanabec County Community Health

Below Average1.5-Star CMS Rating

905 East Forest Avenue Suite 127, Mora, MN 55051

5 Services
Government
43 Years Certified

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905 East Forest Avenue Suite 127
Mora, MN 55051

About Kanabec County Community Health

Home health agency overview

Kanabec County Community Health is a government-operated Medicare-certified home health agency in Mora, MN. Certified since 1983, the agency has provided 43 years of in-home healthcare services to the community. The agency offers 5 of the 6 standard home health service categories.

Kanabec County Community Health provides skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, home health aide services. Skilled nursing and physical therapy are the core services most patients receive, often following a hospital stay, surgery, or acute illness episode.

Kanabec County Community Health holds a 1.5-star CMS quality rating. Patients and families should review the detailed quality measures below. 6 physicians are affiliated with this agency.

When selecting a home health agency in Mora, MN, consider quality ratings, the services offered, patient outcome measures, and whether the agency is covered by your insurance. Home health care allows patients to recover in the comfort of their own home while receiving professional medical care.

At a Glance

Star Rating1.5/5 Stars
OwnershipGovernment
Certified Since1983
Services Offered5 of 6
Medicare Spending1.08x avg
Affiliated Doctors6

Quality Rating

CMS Quality of Patient Care star rating

1.5of 5

Below Average

Quality of Patient Care Rating

Kanabec County Community Health has received a 1.5-star quality of patient care rating from CMS. Patients in Mora, MN should review the detailed quality measures below and discuss these results with their referring physician.

Patient Outcomes

CMS quality measures for patient improvement and safety

Timely Initiation of Care

Patients who received their first visit within the recommended timeframe

66.9%

Improved Walking

Patients whose ability to walk improved during the home health episode

76.5%

Improved Bed Transferring

Patients whose ability to get in and out of bed improved

61.5%

Improved Bathing

Patients whose ability to bathe improved during care

78.4%

Improved Breathing

Patients whose shortness of breath improved

68.7%

Improved Oral Medications

Patients who improved in managing their medications correctly

44.0%

Skin Integrity

Patients assessed for pressure ulcer risk with prevention plan

0.0%

Timely Drug Education

Patients who received timely medication teaching and reconciliation

82.0%

Functional Assessment

Patients with a comprehensive functional status assessment

84.9%

Flu Vaccination

Patients assessed for seasonal flu vaccination status

55.3%

Falls with Injury

Lower is better

Patients who experienced a fall resulting in major injury

2.3%

Discharge & Readmission

Performance compared to national rates

Discharged to Community

Rate of patients successfully discharged to the community after home health care

Same as National

Risk-standardized rate: 82.3%

Kanabec County Community Health performs at about the national rate for discharged to community, consistent with most home health agencies.

Potentially Preventable Readmissions

Rate of unplanned hospital readmissions within 30 days

Same as National

Risk-standardized rate: 4.2%

Kanabec County Community Health performs at about the national rate for potentially preventable readmissions, consistent with most home health agencies.

Medicare Spending

Spending per episode relative to national average

1.08x

Above National Average

1.00 = national average Medicare spending per episode

Kanabec County Community Health's Medicare spending per episode is 8% above the national average (ratio: 1.08). Higher spending may reflect more complex patient populations or more intensive care. This is based on 42 Medicare episodes.

Services Offered

Medicare-certified home health service categories

Skilled Nursing Care

Available

Registered nurses provide wound care, medication management, IV therapy, and patient education in the home.

Physical Therapy

Available

Licensed physical therapists help patients regain strength, mobility, and balance after illness or surgery.

Occupational Therapy

Available

Therapists help patients relearn daily activities like dressing, bathing, and cooking to regain independence.

Speech-Language Pathology

Available

Speech therapists address swallowing disorders, communication difficulties, and cognitive-linguistic rehabilitation.

Medical Social Services

Not Available

Social workers help patients access community resources, coordinate care, and address emotional and financial concerns.

Home Health Aide Services

Available

Certified aides assist with personal care including bathing, dressing, and light household tasks under nurse supervision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Kanabec County Community Health

What is the quality rating for Kanabec County Community Health?

Kanabec County Community Health has a 1.5-star quality of patient care rating from CMS, which evaluates home health agencies on patient outcomes including functional improvement, timely care, and avoidance of preventable hospitalizations.

What services does Kanabec County Community Health offer?

Kanabec County Community Health offers 5 home health services: skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, home health aide.

Does Medicare cover Kanabec County Community Health?

Yes, Kanabec County Community Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency. Medicare typically covers home health services when ordered by a physician and the patient is homebound and requires skilled care.

How does Kanabec County Community Health's Medicare spending compare?

Kanabec County Community Health's Medicare spending per episode ratio is 1.08 (1.00 = national average). This is above the national average.

How many doctors are affiliated with Kanabec County Community Health?

6 physicians are affiliated with Kanabec County Community Health.

Data source: CMS Home Health Compare ·