Total health inspections
3
Minnesota average 6
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
Nursing Home · Minnesota, 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.
Boundary Waters Care Center
Nursing Home · Minnesota, 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.
Boundary Waters Care Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.
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
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 52nd out of 85 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 52nd out of 85 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.
4h 30m per day
Rank #52 / 85Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 52nd out of 85 homes in Minnesota. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Minnesota average, with a ranking across 85 Minnesota SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Minnesota avg
-12%
Standout metric
Registered Nurse (RN) is +16% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 14m per day | ▲ 16% State avg: 1h 4m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 21m per day | ▼ 43% State avg: 37m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 28m per day | ▼ 3% State avg: 2h 33m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
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 31m per day | ▼ 4% State avg: 3h 41m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 1m per day | ▼ 75% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 40m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy rate
77%
Rank #179 / 328Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 179th out of 328 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 328. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
262 days
Walk Score: 61 / 100 Rank #159 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 159th out of 632 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
CMS Certification Number245138
AccreditationsBronze – Commitment to Quality Award
Emergency SystemsYes
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactAdam Masloski, Admissions Director
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Doctor on Staff
24-Hour Staffing
Onsite Barber And Beauty Salon
Housekeeping
Laundry Service
Scheduled Transportation
Daily Activities
Specific ProgramsBarber/Beauty Salon, Short-term Respite Stays, Compassionate Hospice Care
Food DescriptionThree delicious and nutritious meals daily.
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.
Since 2024 · 2 years of data
11 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Minnesota state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2024 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (10% above)
• Deficiencies per year (10% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (10% above)
• Deficiencies per year (10% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
December 11, 2025
Plan Of Correction
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 11 | 10 | This facility has 10% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota nursing home (11 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 10% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2024.
| 5.5 | 5 | This facility has 10% more deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota nursing home (5.5 vs. MN avg 5).↑ 10% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on December 11, 2025, found no health deficiencies. Earlier inspections identified several deficiencies related to resident care, including issues with notification of condition changes, therapy services, respiratory care, nutrition, and infection control practices. Prior reports noted failures in securing electronic medical records, following provider orders, pressure ulcer care, and safe use of mechanical lifts. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history shows improvement, with the latest survey free of deficiencies after previous findings.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsHealth Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
21
Rank #34 / 86Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th out of 86 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Minnesota State average, with a ranking across all 86 MN SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Minnesota average 23.2
Citations per inspection
7
Rank #82 / 86Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 82nd out of 86 homes in Minnesota. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Minnesota mean across 86 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Minnesota average 3.76
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 21 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.7
Serious health citations
1
100% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.5
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
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
54
Employees
43
Contractors
11
Staff to resident ratio
1.69:1
23% worse than Minnesota average
Avg staff/day
19
Average shift
8.4 hours
12% better than Minnesota average
Total staff hours (quarter)
14,651
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
2
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
19
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
11.5%
1,679 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Certified Nursing Assistant: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Registered Nurse: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 17 | 2 | 19 | 6,113 | 92 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 1 | 8 | 2,025 | 90 | 98% | 10.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,423 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,074 | 76 | 83% | 11.6 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 963 | 75 | 82% | 9.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 846 | 61 | 66% | 7.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 519 | 64 | 70% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 474 | 61 | 66% | 7.8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 421 | 52 | 57% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 392 | 49 | 53% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 132 | 38 | 41% | 2.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 111 | 15 | 16% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 87 | 15 | 16% | 5.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 35 | 10 | 11% | 3.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 14 | 15% | 1.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 4 | 4% | 4.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1% | 1.5 |
19 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days
98%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
2 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
83%
2 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
82%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
70%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
66%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
57%
1 Administrator
% of Days
53%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
41%
2 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
16%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
16%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
11%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
15%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
4%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
1%
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 Rank #44 / 86Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 86 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Minnesota average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 86 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
77% lower than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: $44K
Number of fines
1
50% 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.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.4
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$10K
Minnesota average
$44K
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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.
6.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.9
38% 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.
16.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
16.7
26% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 22.6
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
8.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
8.5%
55% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 18.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
13.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
13.1%
45% better 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
28.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.4%
14% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 25.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
31% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 3.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.3%
59% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.9%
68% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.1%
95% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.9%
79% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.3%
17% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 17.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 97.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
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
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
12% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 88.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
5.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
5.0%
161% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
16% 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.
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
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
32
Medicare
2
6.3% of residents
Medicaid
22
68.8% of residents
Private pay or other
8
25% 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.
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
-$223.8K
↑ ~$511.0K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3.4M
↑ ~$196.9K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-5.3%
↑ 14.5pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$4.9M
Operating deficit
-$223.8K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$4.9M Rank #75 / 85Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 75th out of 85 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 %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$223.8K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #73 / 85Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 85 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$3.4M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #73 / 85Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 85 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$5.1M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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0.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ely's city center to Boundary Waters Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.05 miles to nearest hospital (Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Boundary Waters Care Center
What neighborhood is Boundary Waters Care Center in?
Boundary Waters Care Center is in the Ely neighborhood of Ely.
Is Boundary Waters Care Center in a walkable area?
Boundary Waters Care Center has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the occupancy rate at Boundary Waters Care Center?
Boundary Waters Care Center's occupancy is 77.0%.
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What is the phone number of Boundary Waters Care Center?
(218) 365-8705 will put you in contact with the team at Boundary Waters Care Center.
Is Boundary Waters Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Boundary Waters Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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