CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Minnesota. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Lake Ridge Care Center of Buffalo, Inc. is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Buffalo, Minnesota with 56 certified beds. It has been operating since 1988. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELIM CARE INC | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | Jan 29, 1986 |
| NELSON, JASON | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | May 2, 2011 |
| LEFF, WILLIAM | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | May 20, 2004 |
| NYE, GERALD | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jun 13, 2019 |
| PETERSON, ROLAND | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Nov 14, 2013 |
| TANGEDAHL, GUY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | May 17, 2012 |
| DAHL, ROBERT | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Dec 5, 2003 |
| KERN, MATTHEW | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Feb 28, 2019 |
| YOUNGQUIST, KATHRYN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Dec 5, 2003 |
| CASSIA | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | Jan 1, 2020 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Lake Ridge Care Center of Buffalo, Inc. and nearby alternatives.
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