Pelican Valley Health Center

Nursing Home · Pelican Rapids, MN

CMS overall rating 5/5 Government - Hospital district

CMS certification number245373

Contact & location

211 East Mill Avenue
Pelican Rapids, MN 56572
Otter Tail County
Phone
(218) 863-2991
ZIP code
56572 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
28
Residents per day
25.1 (90% occupied)
Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Chain
Vivie (5 facilities, avg 3.4★)
Medicare certified since
December 1, 1986
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 3.2
Health inspections★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 4.1
Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.1
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
5.11 (state 4.19 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
1.17 (state 1.06 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.75 (state 0.61 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
3.19 (state 2.52 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
4.14 (state 3.71 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
27.5 (state 42.2 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
22.2 (state 38.6 · U.S. 42.9)%

Inspections

Last standard inspection
March 25, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
1.0 (state 7.0 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
7 health · 13 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-03-25 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-04-15
2025-01-08 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-01-29
2025-01-08 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-01-29
2023-11-08 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-12
2023-11-08 Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-12
2023-11-08 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-12
2023-11-08 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-12-12

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Pelican Valley Health Center (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
Ahlf, Tyler (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Bruggeman, Susan (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Erickson, Shannon (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Knorr, Bradley (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Patterson, Patrick (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Bratlien, Richard (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Evenson, Brian (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Sjostrom, Mark (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Slotten, David (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Anderson, Mark (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Gugisberg, Marnie (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Knute Nelson (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Urman, Angela (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Ahlf, Tyler (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Pelican Valley Health Center?

Pelican Valley Health Center has a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.2-star average in Minnesota.

How many beds does Pelican Valley Health Center have?

It has 28 certified beds and cares for about 25 residents per day.

Has Pelican Valley Health Center been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Who owns Pelican Valley Health Center?

It is part of Vivie and is classified as government - hospital district. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Pelican Valley Health Center?

(218) 863-2991. The facility is located at 211 East Mill Avenue, Pelican Rapids, MN 56572.

Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.