Rochester East Health Services

Rochester East Health Services is a Nursing Home in Minnesota

Rochester East Health Services is a Nursing Home in Minnesota

Rochester East Health Services

501 8th Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904 View Map

Rochester East Health Services is a Nursing Home in Minnesota

Rochester East Health Services is a Nursing Home in Minnesota

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Overview of Rochester East Health Services

Situated in Rochester, Minnesota, Rochester East Health Services is an assisted living community comprising a devoted assembly of healthcare experts. Their private accommodations mirror the familiar comforts of home, accentuated by daily access to a variety of enriching life activities.
Rochester East Health Services’ mission centers on furnishing superlative care to those who have entrusted them. Guided by a compassionate philosophy, they guarantee the seamless delivery of clinical care, dietary services, social engagements, and rehabilitation, each carried out with unwavering empathy. Upon touring the facility, residents are greeted by a substantial rehabilitation area housing cutting-edge Nautilus equipment, designed to aid in swift recuperation.

(507) 288-6514

What families are saying

Personalized attention and individual support

Management and staff, particularly David, are highly responsive and proactive, providing excellent service and addressing tenant needs promptly, contributing significantly to a worry-free living experience.

Personal attention Care & staff

The building's amenities and location offer exceptional…

The building's amenities and location offer exceptional convenience, including proximity to the Mayo Clinic, a grocery store, and a variety of on-site facilities such as a gym and heated parking, enhancing the overall living experience.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.70/day
Overall rating Info Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Health Inspection Info Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Staffing Info Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 111

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Minnesota average
Occupancy rate 49.3%
Residents per day (avg) 55
Occupancy rate
49.3%
Residents per day (avg)
55

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

37% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Private pay

54% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Medicaid

8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Church
Home revenue
$8.2M
Surplus of revenue
$415.8K
Voluntary non-profit home Church
Home revenue
$8,218,469.00
Surplus of revenue
$415,844.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.0M
36.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.8M
Total costs $7.8M
Contact Rochester East Health Services

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.
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Address 0.5 miles from city center

Address 501 8th Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

161
Total Staff
72
Employees
89
Contractors
23,854
Total Hours (Quarter)
36
Avg Staff/Day
7.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse268.1 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse147.9 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant927 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
136 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
16 staff
5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
3.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
11.5%
of total hours from contractors
2,737 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 57 Registered Nurse: 10 Licensed Practical Nurse: 7 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant35579210,02291100%7
Registered Nurse1610265,22091100%8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse77142,64891100%7.9
Medication Aide/Technician4041,2688189%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist3039736369%7.7
Dietitian2028887481%6.9
Administrator1015046369%8
Nurse Practitioner1015046369%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014685763%8.2
Speech Language Pathologist0224466571%6.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0223905763%6.7
Occupational Therapy Aide2021673336%5.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0551555358%2.2
Qualified Social Worker011892730%3.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant0115889%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide044551415%4

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Jan 2023 – Sep 2025)

9
Inspections
53
Total Citations
1
Critical (J-L)
2
Serious (G-I)
5.89
Citations/Inspection
Sep 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
1
Moderate (D-F)
49
Serious (G-I)
2
Critical (J-L)
1
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
13
25% of total
Resident Rights
11
21% of total
Administration
5
9% of total
Infection Control
3
6% of total
Pharmacy Services
3
6% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
2% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 32
Complaint Investigations 22
State Comparison (MN)
Avg Citations (State)
23.2
This Facility: 53
Avg Critical (State)
0.7
This Facility: 1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Sep 10, 2025 D Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Sep 10, 2025 D Resident RightsF0554 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 F AdministrationF0838 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 F AdministrationF0865 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 F AdministrationF0867 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 F AdministrationF0868 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 C Nursing ServicesF0730 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 J Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 D Quality of CareF0690 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 D Care PlanningF0655 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 D Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Jul 29, 2025 D Resident RightsF0573 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 D EnvironmentalF0921 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 E Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 D NutritionF0804 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 D Quality of CareF0690 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 D Care PlanningF0655 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 D Resident RightsF0554 Corrected
Jan 29, 2025 D Resident RightsF0580 Corrected
Oct 08, 2024 E NutritionF0804 Corrected
Oct 08, 2024 D Quality of CareF0695 Corrected
Nov 29, 2023 F Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Nov 29, 2023 E NutritionF0809 Corrected
Nov 29, 2023 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Nov 29, 2023 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Nov 29, 2023 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Nov 29, 2023 D Quality of CareF0744 Corrected
Nov 29, 2023 E Resident RightsF0550 Corrected
Nov 29, 2023 D Resident RightsF0554 Corrected
Nov 08, 2023 G Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Nov 08, 2023 D Resident RightsF0580 Corrected
Jul 18, 2023 D AdministrationF0773 Corrected
Jul 18, 2023 G Quality of CareF0686 Corrected
Apr 20, 2023 D Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Apr 20, 2023 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 E NutritionF0804 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 E PharmacyF0755 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 E PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 D Quality of CareF0676 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 D Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 D Care PlanningF0660 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 D Care PlanningF0661 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 D Resident RightsF0554 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: North Shore Health
Resident Census by Payment Source
60 Total Residents
Medicare 9 (15%)
Medicaid 35 (58.3%)
Private Pay/Other 16 (26.7%)
Specialized Care Beds
24 Total Specialty Beds
21.6% of Bed Capacity
24
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds
21.6%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Member Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
12.6 Score
13% worse than avg Minnesota avg: 11.1

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
27.9 Score
23% worse than avg Minnesota avg: 22.6

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
25.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
1.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
3.5%
Depressive Symptoms
16.1%
Falls with Major Injury
3.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
98.1%
Antipsychotic Use
31.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
31.4%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
1.9%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
27.1%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
81.1% 9% worse than avg Minnesota: 88.9%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
3.4% 79% worse than avg Minnesota: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
77.4% 6% worse than avg Minnesota: 82.6%

Penalties & 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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total Fines $112K Minnesota avg: $44K 151% worse than avg
Number of Fines 2 Minnesota avg: 2.0
Payment Denials 1 33 total days
Compared to Minnesota Average Facility: $112K | Minnesota Avg: $44K
Penalty History

Showing all 3 penalties (Jul 2023 - Nov 2023)

Nov 8, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$74K
Nov 8, 2023 Payment Denial
33 days
Jul 18, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$38K

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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Minnesota Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly Waiver
  • General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual, higher than most states).
  • MN Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural access focus.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$70/day), home aides.
Essential Community Supports (ECS)
  • General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
  • Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual).
  • MN Specifics: Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.
  • Services: In-home support (2-4 hours/week), respite (up to 5 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Alternative Care (AC) Program
Minnesota Alternative Care Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
  • MN Specifics: CDCS option; statewide via counties.
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~5 days/year), home health, meals, home mods.
Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)
Minnesota Senior Health Options
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MN Specifics: 7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite, adult day care, home mods, $900/year groceries (some plans).
Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)
Minnesota Senior Care Plus
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MN Specifics: Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite, adult day care, home mods, limited nursing home care.
Consumer Support Grant (CSG)
Minnesota Consumer Support Grant
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual).
  • MN Specifics: Can hire family; statewide via counties.
  • Services: Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care, respite, home mods, assistive tech.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Minnesota Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • MN Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • MN Specifics: High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

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Minnesota Medicaid EW

Elderly Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual, higher than most states).
  • MN Specifics:
    Higher asset limit; rural access focus.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$70/day), home aides.
Minnesota ECS

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual).
  • MN Specifics:
    Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home support (2-4 hours/week), respite (up to 5 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
  • MN Specifics:
    CDCS option; statewide via counties.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~5 days/year), home health, meals, home mods.
Minnesota Senior Health Options

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MN Specifics:
    7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite, adult day care, home mods, $900/year groceries (some plans).
Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MN Specifics:
    Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite, adult day care, home mods, limited nursing home care.
Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual).
  • MN Specifics:
    Can hire family; statewide via counties.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care, respite, home mods, assistive tech.
Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • MN Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits:
    ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • MN Specifics:
    High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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