Quick answers
- Where is LB Broen Home?
- 824 South Sheridan Street, Fergus Falls, MN 56537, in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
- What is the phone number of LB Broen Home?
- (218) 998-7300, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of LB Broen Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 2 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has LB Broen Home been fined?
- Medicare lists 1 fine totaling $168,540 and 1 payment denial.
- What did inspectors find at LB Broen Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (August 28, 2024 to June 4, 2026), Medicare lists 9 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 (August 28, 2024 to June 4, 2026), LB Broen Home had 9 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). It was fined $168,540 in total (1 fine, the latest on May 19, 2026) and had 1 Medicare payment denial. Nurse staffing is 4.11 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 19, 2026 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 19, 2026 (standard health inspection); June 4, 2026 (complaint investigation).
F0689 Level J
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 1 less serious citation (levels A to F)
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
Previous cycle: July 9, 2025 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 9, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 6 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0700 Level D
“Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.”
F0919 Level D
“Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.”
Earlier cycle: August 28, 2024 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: August 28, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
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 (13)
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0372 Level E
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0920 Level E
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0321 Level D
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
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.”
K0353 Level E
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0761 Level E
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0751 Level D
“Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.”
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.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0374 Level E
“Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $168,540 (1 fine). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2026 | Fine | $168,540 |
| May 19, 2026 | Payment denial | from July 10, 2026, 21 days |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
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 | 0.71 | 1.08 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.84 | 0.61 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.55 | 2.58 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.11 | 4.27 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.90 | 3.73 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.45 | 0.71 | 0.48 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Lutheran Brethren Retirement Services Inc.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lutheran Brethren Retirement Services Inc | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | October 13, 1987 |
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 | 74 |
| Average residents per day | 51.7 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Lutheran Brethren Retirement Services Inc |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1987-04-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 824 South Sheridan Street, Fergus Falls, MN 56537 |
| County | Otter Tail County |
| State | Minnesota |
| Phone | (218) 998‑7300 |
| CMS Certification Number | 245453 |
| Name in Medicare records | LB BROEN HOME |
| 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).
- Pioneer Care Center0.3 mi · Fergus Falls, MN · 5 of 5 stars
- MN Veterans Home-Fergus Falls1.9 mi · Fergus Falls, MN · 4 of 5 stars
- Good Samaritan Society - Battle Lake17 mi · Battle Lake, MN · 5 of 5 stars
- Pelican Valley Health Center20 mi · Pelican Rapids, MN · 5 of 5 stars
- St Francis Home25 mi · Breckenridge, MN · 4 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Prairie Ridge Hospital and Health Services20 mi · Elbow Lake, MN · Critical Access Hospital
- St Francis Medical Center21 mi · Breckenridge, MN · Critical Access Hospital
- Perham Health31 mi · Perham, MN · 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