Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii
Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii is a 1-star rated nursing home in West Saint Paul, MN with 37 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 1/5, staffing 1/5, quality measures 3/5.
The facility has 46 health violations on record. Most recent inspection: January 23, 2025.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Minnesota public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
Health Violations by Year
2025 13 violations
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
2024 6 violations
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2023 6 violations
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
2022 5 violations
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2021 4 violations
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2020 1 violations
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2019 3 violations
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2018 3 violations
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2017 5 violations
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Ensure that residents are safe from serious medication errors.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii
- What violations has Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii received?
- Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii has 46 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii?
- Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii has a 1-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii safe?
- Safety at Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii?
- Phone: (651) 259-6702. Address: 61 Thompson Avenue West, West Saint Paul, MN. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii offer?
- Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii is a skilled nursing facility with 37 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near West Saint Paul, MN?
- Compare Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii with other nursing homes in West Saint Paul, MN on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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| Facility | Rating | Violations | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii (this facility) | ★☆☆☆☆ | 46 | 37 |
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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