Quick answers
- Where is Ecumen North Branch?
- 5379 -383RD Street, North Branch, MN 55056, in Chisago County, Minnesota.
- What is the phone number of Ecumen North Branch?
- (651) 237-3000, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Ecumen North Branch?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Ecumen North Branch been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Ecumen North Branch.
- What did inspectors find at Ecumen North Branch?
- In its last three inspection cycles (September 27, 2023 to July 24, 2025), Medicare lists 14 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (September 27, 2023 to July 24, 2025), Ecumen North Branch had 14 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.70 hours per resident per day; the Minnesota average is 4.27 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: July 24, 2025 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 24, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0577 Level C
“Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.”
Previous cycle: August 9, 2024 — 7 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 9, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 7 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0554 Level D
“Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.”
F0655 Level D
“Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0757 Level D
“Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.”
F0812 Level D
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
Earlier cycle: September 27, 2023 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 27, 2023 (standard health inspection); June 17, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0636 Level D
“Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0881 Level D
“Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (6)
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0923 Level F
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0321 Level E
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0281 Level E
“Install proper backup exit lighting.”
K0353 Level E
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Minnesota | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 1.06 | 1.08 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.03 | 0.61 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.62 | 2.58 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.70 | 4.27 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.12 | 3.73 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.69 | 0.71 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 60.2% | 42.1% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 37.5% | 39.3% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 5 nursing homes: Ecumen.
Legal business name: Ecumen.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecumen | Direct owner | — | January 1, 1988 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 50 |
| Average residents per day | 43.9 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Ecumen |
| Legal business name | Ecumen |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1986-12-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 5379 -383RD Street, North Branch, MN 55056 |
| County | Chisago County |
| State | Minnesota |
| Phone | (651) 237‑3000 |
| CMS Certification Number | 245370 |
| Name in Medicare records | ECUMEN NORTH BRANCH |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Parmly on the Lake LLC12 mi · Chisago City, MN · 1 of 5 stars
- The Estates at Rush City LLC12 mi · Rush City, MN · 1 of 5 stars
- Gracepointe Crossing Gables13 mi · Cambridge, MN · 5 of 5 stars
- Birchwood Health Care Center15 mi · Forest Lake, MN · 1 of 5 stars
- Dove Healthcare - St Croix Falls19 mi · St Croix Falls, WI · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Cambridge Medical Center12 mi · Cambridge, MN · Acute Care Hospital
- Fairview Lakes Health Services13 mi · Wyoming, MN · Acute Care Hospital
- St Croix Regional Medical Center18 mi · Saint Croix Falls, WI · Critical Access Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13