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Buffalo Lake Health Care Center

Very Good4-Star CMS Rating

703 WEST YELLOWSTONE TRAIL, Buffalo Lake, MN 55314

49 Beds
Medicare Since 1991

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703 WEST YELLOWSTONE TRAIL
Buffalo Lake, MN 55314

About Buffalo Lake Health Care Center

Nursing home overview and details

Buffalo Lake Health Care Center is an nursing home in Buffalo Lake, MN, serving Renville County and the surrounding community. The facility has 49 certified beds with an average daily census of 42.9 residents.

Buffalo Lake Health Care Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1991, bringing 35 years of experience in long-term care.

Buffalo Lake Health Care Center has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Buffalo Lake, MN, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating4/5 Stars
Certified Beds49
Avg. Residents/Day42.9
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyRenville
Affiliated Doctors5

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Buffalo Lake Health Care Center has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.

Health Inspection

Average

Quality Measures

Below Average

Staffing

Excellent

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Buffalo Lake Health Care Center provides 4.81 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.91 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 32.1%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. Weekend staffing averages 3.97 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.91
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.81
Total Nurse Turnover Rate32.1%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.97

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Buffalo Lake Health Care Center has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This is an important consideration for families evaluating nursing home safety, as it indicates the facility has maintained compliance with federal quality standards. The facility has no infection control deficiencies on record, which is particularly important for the health and safety of elderly residents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Buffalo Lake Health Care Center

What is the CMS rating for Buffalo Lake Health Care Center?

Buffalo Lake Health Care Center has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Buffalo Lake Health Care Center have?

Buffalo Lake Health Care Center has 49 certified beds with an average daily census of 42.9 residents.

What type of facility is Buffalo Lake Health Care Center?

Buffalo Lake Health Care Center is a non profit - corporation nursing home serving Renville County in Buffalo Lake, MN.

How many doctors practice at Buffalo Lake Health Care Center?

5 physicians are affiliated with Buffalo Lake Health Care Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Buffalo Lake Health Care Center have any safety concerns?

Buffalo Lake Health Care Center has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·