Total health inspections
5
Minnesota average 6
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Benedictine Living Community-Duluth
Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Home Care · Duluth, MN
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Benedictine Living Community-Duluth
Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Home Care · Duluth, MN
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Benedictine Living Community-Duluth accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Situated within the picturesque city of Duluth, Minnesota, the Benedictine Living Community stands as an embodiment of the treasures this vibrant locale has to offer. With a comprehensive range of living options including independent and assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and senior rehabilitation services, this esteemed community thrives on a foundation of faith-based principles rooted in Catholic teachings. At the home lies a dedicated and highly skilled team of professionals, comprising compassionate RNs, CNA’s, LPNs, physicians, and specialized experts.
Rehabilitation plans are meticulously crafted, incorporating a range of therapies such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy, complemented by unwavering family support and spiritual care. Of particular note is their exceptional memory care environment, meticulously designed to provide unparalleled support and comfort to those facing memory-related challenges. This specialized space empowers individuals to lead lives of utmost quality and fulfillment.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 45th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 45th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 51m per day
Rank #45 / 59Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Minnesota average, with a ranking across 59 Minnesota SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs Minnesota avg
-19%
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 10m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home is often near full
Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.
Occupancy rate
120.2%
Rank #1 / 60Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 60 homes in Minnesota.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its statewide rank out of 60. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
60 days
Occupancy rate
120.2%
Rank #1 / 60Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 60 homes in Minnesota.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its statewide rank out of 60. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
60 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
39% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
50% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
8 - 9 months
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$32.6M
Surplus of revenue
$2.6M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$32.6M Rank #17 / 58Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 58 homes in Minnesota.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Minnesota SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Surplus of revenue
$2.6M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #15 / 58Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 58 homes in Minnesota.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Minnesota average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$11.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #15 / 58Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 58 homes in Minnesota.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Minnesota average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$18.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$29.8M
Walk Score: 9 / 100 Rank #52 / 59Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 52nd out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55
Types of Care at Benedictine Living Community-Duluth
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Nursing Home
Home Care
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
16
Rank #13 / 59Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Minnesota state average, with a ranking across all 59 MN SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.
Minnesota average 23.2
Citations per inspection
3.2
Rank #15 / 59Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Minnesota mean across 59 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.
Minnesota average 3.76
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
13 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.5
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
16 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 4 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
May 15, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
May 15, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Dec 20, 2023
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Dec 20, 2023
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 19, 2023
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 19, 2023
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 19, 2023
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 19, 2023
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Minnesota
Benedictine Living Community-Duluth is located in Duluth, Minnesota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Minnesota.
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2.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Duluth's city center to Benedictine Living Community-Duluth's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.33 miles to nearest hospital (Duluth Family Medicine Clinic)
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
186
Employees
146
Contractors
40
Staff to resident ratio
2.07:1
7% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average ratio: 2.22:1
Avg staff/day
55
Average shift
7.6 hours
0% compared with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 7.5 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
37,893
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
15
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
17
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
91
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
12.9%
4,875 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 26
Registered Nurse: 5
Licensed Practical Nurse: 3
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Medication Aide/Technician: 1
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Administrator: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 65 | 26 | 91 | 14,922 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 3 | 17 | 5,780 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 5 | 15 | 4,883 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 13 | 1 | 14 | 2,529 | 90 | 99% | 9.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,821 | 90 | 99% | 5.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,237 | 73 | 80% | 6.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 910 | 77 | 85% | 5.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 862 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 1 | 3 | 761 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 692 | 74 | 81% | 5.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 1 | 2 | 676 | 65 | 71% | 5.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 666 | 64 | 70% | 5.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 550 | 56 | 62% | 9.8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 477 | 60 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 359 | 44 | 48% | 8.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 227 | 32 | 35% | 7.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 52 | 13 | 14% | 4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 28 | 3 | 3% | 9.3 |
91 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
14 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
99%
9 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
99%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
80%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
85%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
70%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
71%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
81%
2 Administrator
% of Days
71%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
62%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
66%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
64%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
48%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
35%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
90
Medicare
20
22.2% of residents
Medicaid
52
57.8% of residents
Private pay or other
18
20% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
14.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
14.4
30% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 11.1
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.4
21% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 22.6
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.4%
13% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 18.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
33.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
33.0%
39% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 23.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.8%
11% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 25.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
100% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 3.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
11.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
11.3%
107% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.7%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.3%
52% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.0%
31% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.2%
29% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 17.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.4%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 97.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.8%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 96.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.0%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 88.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.8%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.8%
9% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.0%
11% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 82.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Benedictine Living Community-Duluth based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
120.2%
↑ 4.5pp vs 2023
Net Income
$2.6M
↑ ~$2.0M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$11.3M
↑ ~$378.4K vs 2023
Profit Margin
15.8%
↑ 11.3pp vs 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benedictine Living Community-Duluth
What neighborhood is Benedictine Living Community-Duluth in?
Benedictine Living Community-Duluth is in the Kenwood neighborhood.
Is Benedictine Living Community-Duluth in a walkable area?
Benedictine Living Community-Duluth has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the phone number of Benedictine Living Community-Duluth?
(218) 522-8900 will put you in contact with the team at Benedictine Living Community-Duluth.
Is Benedictine Living Community-Duluth Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Benedictine Living Community-Duluth is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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