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Towner County Living Ctr is a 5-star rated nursing home in Cando, ND with 28 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 3/5, staffing 5/5, quality measures 5/5.

The facility has 27 health violations on record. Federal fines total $18,769 across 5 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: September 7, 2023.

Data synthesized from CMS.gov and North Dakota 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

2022 4 penalties totaling $18,114

$3,496

Fine

$8,391

Fine

$5,244

Fine

$983

Fine

2020 1 penalties totaling $655

$655

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2023 6 violations

Tag 0644 D Sep 7, 2023

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2023
Tag 0657 D Sep 7, 2023

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2023
Tag 0756 E Sep 7, 2023

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2023
Tag 0805 D Sep 7, 2023

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2023
Tag 0812 D Sep 7, 2023

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2023
Tag 0880 D Sep 7, 2023

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2023

2022 7 violations

Tag 0641 D Jun 29, 2022

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

✓ Corrected: Aug 5, 2022
Tag 0658 D Jun 29, 2022

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: Aug 5, 2022
Tag 0689 D Jun 29, 2022

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Aug 5, 2022
Tag 0693 D Jun 29, 2022

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

✓ Corrected: Aug 5, 2022
Tag 0761 D Jun 29, 2022

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Aug 5, 2022
Tag 0812 E Jun 29, 2022

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Aug 5, 2022
Tag 0880 E Jun 29, 2022

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Aug 5, 2022

2021 4 violations

Tag 0554 D Apr 22, 2021

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

✓ Corrected: May 25, 2021
Tag 0658 D Apr 22, 2021

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: May 25, 2021
Tag 0758 D Apr 22, 2021

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.

✓ Corrected: May 25, 2021
Tag 0812 E Apr 22, 2021

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: May 25, 2021

2019 3 violations

Tag 0641 D Jul 3, 2019

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

✓ Corrected: Aug 2, 2019
Tag 0689 D Jul 3, 2019

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Aug 2, 2019
Tag 0812 E Jul 3, 2019

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Aug 2, 2019

2018 5 violations

Tag 0657 D Aug 2, 2018

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Sep 4, 2018
Tag 0675 D Aug 2, 2018

Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.

✓ Corrected: Sep 4, 2018
Tag 0756 E Aug 2, 2018

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

✓ Corrected: Sep 4, 2018
Tag 0758 E Aug 2, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Sep 4, 2018
Tag 0880 E Aug 2, 2018

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Sep 4, 2018

2017 2 violations

Tag 0241 D Jun 15, 2017

Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality.

✓ Corrected: Jul 19, 2017
Tag 0431 D Jun 15, 2017

Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jul 19, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions About Towner County Living Ctr

What violations has Towner County Living Ctr received?
Towner County Living Ctr has 27 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 Towner County Living Ctr?
Towner County Living Ctr has a 5-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an above-average rating, indicating better quality care compared to most nursing homes. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was Towner County Living Ctr 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 Towner County Living Ctr safe?
Safety at Towner County Living Ctr 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 Towner County Living Ctr?
Phone: (701) 968-2600. Address: 228 1st Ave, Cando, ND. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does Towner County Living Ctr offer?
Towner County Living Ctr is a skilled nursing facility with 28 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 Cando, ND?
Compare Towner County Living Ctr with other nursing homes in Cando, ND on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.

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.

Last verified: September 7, 2023 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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