Quick answers
- Where is Gundersen Harmony Care Center?
- 815 Main Avenue South, Harmony, MN 55939, in Fillmore County, Minnesota.
- What is the phone number of Gundersen Harmony Care Center?
- (507) 886-6544, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Gundersen Harmony Care Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Gundersen Harmony Care Center been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Gundersen Harmony Care Center.
- What did inspectors find at Gundersen Harmony Care Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (October 11, 2023 to May 6, 2026), Medicare lists 4 health citations; the most serious was level J. 1 was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). 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 (October 11, 2023 to May 6, 2026), Gundersen Harmony Care Center had 4 health citations; the most serious was level J (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 1 of them was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.39 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: May 6, 2026 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 6, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Previous cycle: April 10, 2025 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: April 10, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
Earlier cycle: February 29, 2024 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: October 11, 2023 (complaint investigation); February 29, 2024 (standard health inspection).
F0600 Level J
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Show 2 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0578 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (11)
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0914 Level F
“Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”
K0923 Level F
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0353 Level C
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0211 Level E
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0920 Level D
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0345 Level D
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0712 Level D
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
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 | 0.98 | 1.08 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.47 | 0.61 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.93 | 2.58 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.39 | 4.27 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.84 | 3.73 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.65 | 0.71 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 56.4% | 42.1% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 50.0% | 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
Legal business name: Harmony Community Healthcare Inc.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (4)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gundersen Lutheran Health System Inc | Direct owner | 100% | January 1, 2013 |
| Bellin Gundersen Health System Inc | Indirect owner | 100% | November 30, 2022 |
| Bellin Gundersen Health System Inc | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | November 30, 2022 |
| Gundersen Lutheran Health System Inc | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | January 1, 2013 |
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 | 42 |
| Average residents per day | 37.6 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Harmony Community Healthcare Inc |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1988-04-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 815 Main Avenue South, Harmony, MN 55939 |
| County | Fillmore County |
| State | Minnesota |
| Phone | (507) 886‑6544 |
| CMS Certification Number | 245528 |
| Name in Medicare records | GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER |
| 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).
- Green Lea Senior Living7.6 mi · Mabel, MN · 1 of 5 stars
- Evans Senior Living Community12 mi · Cresco, IA · 5 of 5 stars
- The Highlands19 mi · Decorah, IA · 2 of 5 stars
- Tweeten Lutheran Health Care Center19 mi · Spring Grove, MN · 1 of 5 stars
- Ostrander Care and Rehab21 mi · Ostrander, MN · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Regional Health Services of Howard County13 mi · Cresco, IA · Critical Access Hospital
- Winnmed21 mi · Decorah, IA · Critical Access Hospital
- Veterans Memorial Hospital33 mi · Waukon, IA · 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