Total health inspections
5
State average 6
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
St Mark’s Heritage Community
Assisted Living Home
St Mark’s Heritage Community
Assisted Living Home
St. Mark's Heritage Community is a senior living community located in Austin, Minnesota. It offers a comprehensive continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, respite care, and hospice services. The community has been serving individuals and families since 1963.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
54
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
57.8%
Residents per day (avg)
33
Occupancy rate
57.8%
Residents per day (avg)
33
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
35% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
60% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 months
Medicaid
5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$10.0M
Operating deficit
-$52.8K
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$9,952,888.00
Operating deficit
$-52,757.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.7M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$10.0M
54-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
License Status
Approved for dementia care
Facility Type
Assisted Living
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
245369
County:
Mower
Care Services
Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Hospice Care
Pricing & Financial Information
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Inspection History
In Minnesota, the Department of Health, Health Regulation Division is the primary authority for conducting onsite inspections and reporting on the quality of care in residential facilities.
Latest inspection
Date:October 17, 2025
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The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.
St Mark’s Heritage Community
+33%
+23%
-27%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MN 55912
57
No
-
-
BOLDT, JUSTIN
57.8%
$6,466,668.00
$3,707,654.00
57.3%
33.20
5.8613
23
1
+33%+23%-27%
Brookdale West St. Paul
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
West Saint Paul
20
No
-
41
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Brookdale Winona
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Winona
20
Yes
A+
67
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Brookdale Willmar
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Willmar
20
No
-
57
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Brookdale Faribault
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Faribault
20
No
-
19
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
St Mark’s Heritage Community
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MN 55912
Bed Count:
57
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
BOLDT, JUSTIN
CCN:
245369
Occupancy:
57.8%
Home Revenue:
$6,466,668.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,707,654.00
Payroll %:
57.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
33.20
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.8613
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
23
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+33%
+33%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+23%
+23%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-27%
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0.0 miles from city center
Austin, MN 55912
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
137
Total Staff
74
Employees
63
Contractors
20,568
Total Hours (Quarter)
31
Avg Staff/Day
7.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 25 | 6.7 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 8 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 51 | 7.8 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
108 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
16 staff
5.6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
0.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
11.6%
of total hours from contractors
2,388 contractor hours this quarter
Medication Aide/Technician: 7
Certified Nursing Assistant: 22
Registered Nurse: 13
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Licensed Practical Nurse: 11
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 29 | 22 | 51 | 8,816 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 9 | 7 | 16 | 2,598 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 11 | 16 | 1,539 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,536 | 83 | 91% | 6.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 13 | 25 | 1,481 | 91 | 100% | 6.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 8 | 1 | 9 | 1,366 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 955 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 477 | 63 | 69% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 463 | 60 | 66% | 7.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 55 | 60% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 355 | 71 | 78% | 4.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 275 | 67 | 74% | 4.1 |
| Other Physician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 192 | 25 | 27% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 70 | 35 | 38% | 1.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 4 | 4% | 4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 1% | 5.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1% | 0.6 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
23
Citations per inspection
4.6
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
17 of 23 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 23 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
1
1
100% worse than State averageState average: 0.5
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
22 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Apr 03, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Apr 03, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Apr 03, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Apr 03, 2025
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.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
36
Total Residents
Medicare
6
(16.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
14
(38.9%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
16
(44.4%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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.
10.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.2
8% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 11.1
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
19.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
19.4
14% better 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
7.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.4%
61% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 18.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
25.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
25.8%
9% 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
25.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.1%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 25.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
9.7%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
9.7%
160% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 3.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.7%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.7%
22% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.9%
80% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.5%
64% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.4%
23% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.4%
16% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 17.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.2%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 97.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.3%
6% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 96.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.9%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 88.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.6%
34% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
43.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
43.2%
48% worse 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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$0
100% lower than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: $44K
Number of fines
0
100% fewer fines than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
130% more payment denials than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.4
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$0
Minnesota average
$44K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Feb 21, 2025
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Feb 21, 2025
1 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for St Mark’s Heritage Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
57.8%
↓ 5.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$52,757
↑ ~$1.6M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4,500,538
↓ ~$324K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-0.8%
↑ 27.2pp vs 2022
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