BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER is a 3-star (average) rated 100-bed nursing home in FOREST LAKE, Minnesota. It has 9 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has moderate registered nurse staffing. Its quality ratings have been improving over recent months. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated July 2026

birchwood health care center

604 1ST STREET NE · FOREST LAKE, MN 55025
3
★★★☆☆
Overall Rating
Health Inspections
2 / 5
Staffing
4 / 5
Quality Measures
5 / 5
Trend
improving
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.78
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.86
RN Turnover
50.0%
Total Staff Turnover
37.7%
Facility Info
Beds
100
Avg. Residents/Day
84
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
9
Complaint Deficiencies
5
Total Fines
$48,698
Number of Penalties
3

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
November 2025 Fine $10,361
February 2024 Fine $29,234
January 2024 Fine $9,103

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER?
BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER has an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars (Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER been fined or penalized?
Yes, BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER has 3 penalty record(s) on file totaling $48,698.
How many deficiencies does BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER have?
BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER has 9 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER compare to other nursing homes in FOREST LAKE?
Visit our FOREST LAKE, Minnesota nursing homes page to see how BIRCHWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER ranks against other facilities in the area.