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Buffalo Lake Health Care Center
Nursing home Buffalo Lake, MN
703 West Yellowstone Trail, Buffalo Lake, MN 55314 · (320) 833-5364
Overall rating 4
Health inspections 3
Staffing 5
Quality of resident care 2
Certified beds49
Residents on an average day45
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Medicare-certified sinceNov 1, 1991
Ratings compared with Minnesota and the U.S. average
| Measure | This provider | Minnesota average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4 | 3.2 | 3.0 |
| Health inspections | 3 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | 5 | 4.1 | 2.9 |
| Quality of resident care | 2 | 3.1 | 3.6 |
Nurse staffing compared with Minnesota and the U.S.
| Measure | This provider | Minnesota average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.60 | 4.19 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.76 | 1.06 | 0.69 |
| Nursing staff turnover (lower is better) | 42.6% | 42.2% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover (lower is better) | 0% | 38.6% | 42.9% |
Fines and payment denials (last 3 years)
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Ratings describe past performance reported to CMS and can change. Confirm insurance, availability and services directly with the provider, and talk to your doctor or care team. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing homes - Provider Information (released Sep 30, 2026).