Nursing Homes in ZIP 55731 (Ely, MN)

The current CMS data lists 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes that serve ZIP 55731 in Ely, MN, with an average overall star rating of 5.0 out of 5 among rated providers.

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Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, care for people who need ongoing nursing, rehabilitation following a hospital stay, or long-term residential support. CMS inspects them about once a year and issues Five-Star ratings covering health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

CMS data for ZIP 55731

The current data counts 1 nursing homes in ZIP 55731; 1 (100%) publish an overall CMS rating. Recorded ownership divides as 1 non-profit. In this ZIP, the top published overall rating is 5.0 out of 5 at Boundary Waters Care Center (non-profit). 1 of these providers report 42 certified beds in total. Among reporting providers, nurse staffing averages 4.29 hours per resident-day. Registered-nurse turnover averages 36.4% where reported. The current data records no federal penalties for the providers listed here.

Providers on record1
With a published overall rating1 of 1 (100%)
Average overall rating5.0 / 5
Highest-rated providerBoundary Waters Care Center (5.0 / 5)
Ownership mix1 non-profit
Certified beds (total)42
Providers with a federal penalty0
Avg nurse hours / resident-day4.29
Avg RN turnover36.4%

Side-by-side provider data

ProviderOverallHealth insp.StaffingQMCertified bedsOccupancyRN turnoverPenalties
Boundary Waters Care Center5.05554228.5%36.4%0
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What to weigh in ZIP 55731

Think of ratings as a beginning, not a final word. Look at the inspection findings, staffing levels, and quality measures that sit behind each score, and verify that the services you actually need are available.

When you are choosing for yourself or someone you care for in ZIP 55731, Ely, MN, tour in person if you can, ask whether space is currently available, and confirm Medicare and Medicaid participation. Also ask how the provider manages care planning, keeps families informed, and handles concerns that arise after hours.

Nursing Homes on record in ZIP 55731

Nursing Home · Non profit - Corporation Boundary Waters Care Center Ely, MN 55731 CMS rating 5.0 / 542 beds
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Frequently asked questions

How do I choose a nursing home in ZIP 55731?
To compare nursing homes, look past the star rating to the health inspection findings themselves, review nurse staffing levels and turnover, and ask about rehabilitation, memory care, and how care plans get reviewed.
How many nursing homes in ZIP 55731 have a published rating?
1 of the 1 nursing homes in ZIP 55731 (100%) have a published CMS overall star rating in the current data.
Where does this information come from?
All figures come from the CMS Care Compare public dataset (processing date 2026-10-06). CMS has not reviewed or endorsed this site. Verify current details at Medicare.gov before making care decisions.
How many certified beds are reported in ZIP 55731?
42 certified beds are reported across 1 provider in ZIP 55731. Bed counts are published for nursing homes; other provider types do not report them.
Who owns the nursing homes in ZIP 55731?
Ownership on record for nursing homes in ZIP 55731 is 1 non-profit. Ownership does not by itself indicate quality; check each provider's inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in ZIP 55731?
Among providers with a published overall rating, the average CMS overall star rating for nursing homes in ZIP 55731 is 5.0 out of 5. Inspection, staffing, and quality-measure details are shown for each provider.

About the data

Data source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (processing date 2026-10-06). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.

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