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Neilson Place, Bemidji, MN: 1 star rating, fined $45,915 across 3 fines

Neilson Place in Bemidji, MN is owned by Sanford, is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $45,915 across 3 fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 47 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on March 5, 2026, and 6 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
1000 Anne Street Northwest, Bemidji, MN 56601
Overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
4 of 5
Quality measure rating
3 of 5
Certified beds
78
Residents per day
71 on average
Ownership type
Nonprofit, corporation
Legal business name
Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota
Chain
Sanford Health, 4 facilities
Fines
$45,915 across 3 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
47, of which 6 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
March 5, 2026
CMS Certification Number
245039
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
December 9, 2025Fine$17,345Not listeddata.cms.gov
September 27, 2024Fine$14,433Not listeddata.cms.gov
February 29, 2024Fine$14,137Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
March 5, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
December 9, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmPast noncomplianceNovember 12, 2025data.cms.gov
July 2, 2025F603Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJuly 28, 2025data.cms.gov
July 2, 2025F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 28, 2025data.cms.gov
April 4, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 25, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
February 25, 2025F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
December 20, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmPast noncomplianceDecember 19, 2024data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F732Post nurse staffing information every day.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
September 27, 2024F678Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyPast noncomplianceSeptember 20, 2024data.cms.gov
July 2, 2024F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 2, 2024F740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 2, 2024data.cms.gov
February 29, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 29, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 29, 2024F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 29, 2024F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 29, 2024F585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2023data.cms.gov
October 25, 2023F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov
October 25, 2023F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov
October 25, 2023F803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov
October 25, 2023F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov
October 25, 2023F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov
October 25, 2023F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.C: widespread, minimal harm potentialCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov
October 25, 2023F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov
October 25, 2023F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov
October 19, 2023F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov
October 19, 2023F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov
October 19, 2023F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 29, 2023data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 20 individual or personal trusts (1 owners, 6 managers, 13 officers, directors or trustees). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
SanfordIndirect owner100%May 1, 2014data.cms.gov

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