Tuff Memorial Home
Grade B — 87/100 composite score
CMS Star Ratings
Certified Beds
48
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Total Fines
$44,434
Last Survey
N/A
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Staffing Hours & Turnover
Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)
Turnover Rates
Ownership
DYSTHE, ALEX
RIPLEY, ELI
BENSON, JO ELLEN
BEYER, BRENDA
BRYAN, CATHY
GAYER, TRACY
HENGEVELD, LINDA
SAARLOOS, VAL
SPATH, GREGORY
WESTPHAL, CATHERINE
DYSTHE, ALEX
Penalties & Fines (13)
| Date | Type | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2023 | Fine | — | $4,545 |
| Nov 6, 2023 | Fine | — | $4,545 |
| Oct 30, 2023 | Fine | — | $4,545 |
| Oct 23, 2023 | Fine | — | $4,545 |
| Oct 17, 2023 | Fine | — | $4,196 |
| Oct 10, 2023 | Fine | — | $3,846 |
| Oct 2, 2023 | Fine | — | $3,529 |
| Sep 27, 2023 | Payment Denial | — | — |
| Sep 25, 2023 | Fine | — | $3,147 |
| Sep 18, 2023 | Fine | — | $2,797 |
| Sep 11, 2023 | Fine | — | $2,447 |
| Sep 5, 2023 | Fine | — | $2,098 |
| Aug 14, 2023 | Fine | — | $4,194 |
Health Inspection Deficiencies (13)
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Administration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Administration Deficiencies
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
Administration Deficiencies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CareGrader rating for Tuff Memorial Home?
Tuff Memorial Home in HILLS, Minnesota has a CareGrader grade of B (Good), with a composite score of 87 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.
What is the CMS star rating for Tuff Memorial Home?
Tuff Memorial Home has an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 4/5, and a staffing rating of 5/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.
How many health deficiencies does Tuff Memorial Home have?
Tuff Memorial Home has 13 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.
Has Tuff Memorial Home been fined?
Yes. Tuff Memorial Home has $44,434 in total fines from CMS enforcement actions across 13 penalties.
How many beds does Tuff Memorial Home have?
Tuff Memorial Home has 48 certified beds with approximately 40 current residents (83% occupancy). The facility is located at 505 EAST 4TH STREET, HILLS, Minnesota 56138. It is a non profit - other facility.
Data Disclaimer
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