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Bywood East Health Care

3427 Central Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418 · Hennepin County

Bywood East Health Care is a privately owned health care facility that has served Northeast Minneapolis and surrounding communities since 1971.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 74% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Minneapolis

Bywood East Health Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Minneapolis, MN, with 96 certified beds and an average of about 71 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 2.25 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.46 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 21 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.

Strengths

  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (2.25 hrs/resident/day)
  • 21 deficiencies at last survey
  • CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
  • In the CMS Special Focus Facility program
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Minneapolis options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
96
Avg. residents/day
71
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
24E185

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$12,280–$16,450/mo (median $13,940)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Minneapolis prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
2.25
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.46
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
36.8%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
Health deficiencies (last survey)
21
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2026-05-07
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (77 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-05-07Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-05-07Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

2026-05-07Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

2026-05-07Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

2026-05-07Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

2026-05-07Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

2026-05-07Severity C — minimalNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

2026-05-07Severity B — minimalEnvironmental Deficiencies

Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Daily activities & events

Location

3427 Central Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis, MN

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Bywood East Health Care

How much does Bywood East Health Care cost?

Bywood East Health Care does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Minneapolis, MN area typically runs $12,280–$16,450 per month (median $13,940, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Bywood East Health Care's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Bywood East Health Care 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Bywood East Health Care?

Staff provide about 2.25 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Bywood East Health Care?

Bywood East Health Care has 77 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-05-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Bywood East Health Care have availability?

Typically 74% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Bywood East Health Care offer?

Bywood East Health Care in Minneapolis, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 96 beds.

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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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