Mapleton Community Home
Scout 91Mapleton, MN · 59 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Mapleton's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,660–$14,270/mo
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Pathstone Living
718 Mound Avenue, Mankato, MN 56001 · Blue Earth County
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (63 of 69 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Mankato
Pathstone Living is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Mankato, MN, with 69 certified beds and an average of about 63 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ecumen network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.68 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.07 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 20 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $120,546 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.68 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •20 deficiencies at last survey
- •$120,546 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Mankato options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 69
- Avg. residents/day
- 63
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Ecumen
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 245390
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 | $10,660–$14,270/mo (median $12,100) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Mankato 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
- 4.68
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.07
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46%
- 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)
- 20
- Federal fines
- 3 ($120,546)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-15
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (39 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-12-15Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2025-12-15Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
2025-12-15Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-12-15Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
2025-12-15Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
2025-12-15Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-12-15Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-12 | Fine | $14,433 |
| 2024-03-08 | Fine | $16,801 |
| 2023-10-20 | Fine | $89,312 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
Location
718 Mound Avenue, Mankato, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Pathstone Living
How much does Pathstone Living cost?
Pathstone Living does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Mankato, MN area typically runs $10,660–$14,270 per month (median $12,100, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Pathstone Living's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Pathstone Living 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Pathstone Living?
Staff provide about 4.68 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Pathstone Living?
Pathstone Living has 39 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Pathstone Living have availability?
Typically 91% full (63 of 69 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Pathstone Living offer?
Pathstone Living in Mankato, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 69 beds.
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