Fairview University Trans Serv
Scout 100Minneapolis, MN · 28 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Minneapolis's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,280–$16,450/mo
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Lyngblomsten Care Center
1415 Almond Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55108 · Ramsey County
Lyngblomsten offers compassionate senior housing, assisted living, or comprehensive care at campuses located in and around the Twin Cities.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 89% full (200 of 225 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Saint Paul
Lyngblomsten Care Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Saint Paul, MN, with 225 certified beds and an average of about 200 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.98 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.93 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 15%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $101,482 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.98 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •$101,482 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Saint Paul, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 225
- Avg. residents/day
- 200
- Ownership
- Non profit - Church related
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 245347
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.98
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.93
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 15%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 8
- Federal fines
- 2 ($101,482)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2025-06-05Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-29 | Fine | $86,775 |
| 2024-05-21 | Fine | $14,707 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1415 Almond Avenue, Saint Paul, MN
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Lyngblomsten Care Center
How much does Lyngblomsten Care Center cost?
Lyngblomsten Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Saint Paul, 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 Lyngblomsten Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Lyngblomsten Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Lyngblomsten Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.98 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 15% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Lyngblomsten Care Center?
Lyngblomsten Care Center has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Lyngblomsten Care Center have availability?
Typically 89% full (200 of 225 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Lyngblomsten Care Center offer?
Lyngblomsten Care Center in Saint Paul, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 225 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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