Total Health inspections
3
50% below Minnesota average
Minnesota average:
6.0
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Boundary Waters Care Center
Boundary Waters Care Center is a Nursing Home in Minnesota
Boundary Waters Care Center is a Nursing Home in Minnesota
Boundary Waters Care Center
Boundary Waters Care Center is a Nursing Home in Minnesota
Boundary Waters Care Center is a Nursing Home in Minnesota
Overview of Boundary Waters Care Center
Boundary Waters Care Center (BWCC) is a vibrant nonprofit, 503(c)(3), skilled care and rehabilitative community in Ely, Minnesota where values-driven team members are focused on upholding the well-being, dignity, and individual capabilities of each resident. The community serves older adults and their families with short-term rehabilitation services and long-term care designed to ensure residents may safely lead a lifestyle with as much independence as
possible.
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.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
42
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
77%
Residents per day (avg)
29
Occupancy rate
77%
Residents per day (avg)
29
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
31% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
61% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Medicaid
8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$4.9M
Operating deficit
-$223.8K
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$4,865,923.00
Operating deficit
$-223,769.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.7M
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.
$2.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$5.1M
Walk Score: 61 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
245138
Accreditations:
Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award
Safety & Compliance
Emergency Systems:
Yes
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Adam Masloski, Admissions Director
Care Services
Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Housekeeping, Laundry Service, Barber/Beauty Salon, Scheduled Transportation, Short-term Respite Stays, Compassionate Hospice Care, Daily Activities.
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Three delicious and nutritious meals daily.
Meals Included
Yes
Meals Per Day
3
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.
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The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.
Boundary Waters Care Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Ely
42
No
A+
61
FORSMAN, MICHAEL
77.0%
$4,231,781.00
$2,716,325.00
64.2%
28.80
5/5
4.4984
3/5
5/5
5/5
1
Little Sisters of the Poor Holy Family Residence
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
St. Paul (West Seventh - Fort Road)
-
No
A+
77
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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0.3 miles from city center
200 W Conan St, Ely, MN 55731
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
53
Total Staff
40
Employees
13
Contractors
13,037
Total Hours (Quarter)
17
Avg Staff/Day
8.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 9.7 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 1 | 11.5 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 16 | 9.3 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
32 staff
9.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
10 staff
5.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
16.8%
of total hours from contractors
2,192 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 3
Registered Nurse: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 13 | 3 | 16 | 5,543 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 1 | 8 | 1,766 | 85 | 93% | 9.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,012 | 63 | 69% | 7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 958 | 78 | 86% | 10.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 1 | 0 | 1 | 676 | 59 | 65% | 11.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 565 | 62 | 68% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 548 | 60 | 66% | 9.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 446 | 60 | 66% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 288 | 53 | 58% | 5.4 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 5 | 0 | 5 | 185 | 13 | 14% | 7.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 39 | 14 | 15% | 2.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 33 | 10 | 11% | 3.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 12 | 13% | 1.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 3% | 4.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2% | 0.9 |
Health Inspection History
Total Health citations
21
9% below Minnesota average
Minnesota average:
23.2
7 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations origin
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
Standard inspections
21 citations
Complaint investigations
0 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations
0
100% below Minnesota average
Minnesota average:
0.7
Serious Health citations
1
100% above Minnesota average
Minnesota average:
0.5
Moderate Health citations
19
Minor Health citations
1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Oct 16, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Oct 16, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Oct 16, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Oct 16, 2024
Corrected
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
32
Total Residents
Medicare
2
(6.3%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
22
(68.8%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
8
(25%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
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
6.9
38% better than Minnesota average
Minnesota average:
11.1
Functional decline score
16.7
26% better than Minnesota average
Minnesota average:
22.6
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
8.5%
55% below Minnesota average.
Walking Ability Worsened
13.1%
45% below Minnesota average.
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
28.4%
14% above Minnesota average.
Safety & clinical stability
Falls with Major Injury
2.6%
31% below Minnesota average.
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
2.3%
59% below Minnesota average.
Urinary Tract Infection
0.9%
68% below Minnesota average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing
Depressive Symptoms
0.9%
79% below Minnesota average.
Antipsychotic Use
14.3%
17% below Minnesota average.
Preventive care
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
3% above Minnesota average.
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
4% above Minnesota average.
Nutrition & physical health
Lost Too Much Weight
8.1%
95% above Minnesota average.Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
12% better than Minnesota average
Antipsychotic medication increase
5.0%
161% worse than Minnesota average
Influenza Vaccine
95.7%
16% better than Minnesota average 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
$10K
This home paid 77% less in fines than the state average.
Minnesota average:
$44K
Number of Fines
1
This home received 50% fewer fines than the state average.
Minnesota average:
2.0
Payment Denials
0
This home had 100% fewer payment denials than the state average.
Minnesota average:
0.4
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Apr 20, 2023
$10K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Boundary Waters Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
77.0%
↑ 3.2pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$223,769
↑ ~$511K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3,372,950
↑ ~$197K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-5.3%
↑ 14.5pp vs 2022
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