The North Shore Estates Llc — Nursing Home in DULUTH, MN
CMS Five-Star Rating
Based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures
Facility Overview
| Certified Beds | 70 |
|---|---|
| Average Residents/Day | 62.8 |
| CMS Certification Number | 245483 |
Staffing Levels
Hours Per Resident Day (HPRD)
| Total Nurse Staffing | 3.22 HPRD |
|---|---|
| RN Staffing | 0.77 HPRD |
Health Inspection Findings & Deficiencies
The North Shore Estates Llc had 10 health inspection deficiencies on its most recent inspection (February 12, 2026).
Inspection Findings — February 12, 2026
-
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. (Level D)Corrected — March 18, 2026
-
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (Level E)Corrected — March 18, 2026
-
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (Level D)Corrected — March 18, 2026
-
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (Level D)Corrected — March 18, 2026
-
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (Level E)Corrected — March 18, 2026
-
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. (Level E)Corrected — March 18, 2026
-
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (Level E)Corrected — March 18, 2026
-
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. (Level E)Corrected — March 18, 2026
-
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (Level E)Corrected — March 18, 2026
-
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (Level F)Corrected — March 18, 2026
The North Shore Estates LLC is a 70-bed nursing home in Duluth, Minnesota. It holds a 2-star CMS overall rating. Total nurse staffing is 3.2 hours per resident day, below the Minnesota average of 4.3. Its most recent inspection, in February 2026, cited 10 deficiencies, none of them severe.
A recent inspection found multiple non-severe care and safety-related deficiencies, which suggests issues that need attention but not the most serious types of violations. Staffing is notably below the state average, so it would be reasonable to ask how the facility ensures enough nursing and direct-care coverage to meet residents’ daily needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The North Shore Estates Llc Medicare and Medicaid certified?
The North Shore Estates Llc is Medicare certified and Medicaid certified according to CMS data.
What is The North Shore Estates Llc's CMS star rating?
The North Shore Estates Llc has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars.
How is staffing at The North Shore Estates Llc?
The North Shore Estates Llc reports 3.22098 total nurse hours per resident day.
Has The North Shore Estates Llc had health inspection deficiencies?
On its most recent inspection, The North Shore Estates Llc had 10 total deficiencies, including 0 classified as severe.
How many beds does The North Shore Estates Llc have?
The North Shore Estates Llc has 70 certified beds.
Nearby Nursing Homes
- DOVE HEALTHCARE - SUPERIOR — 2/5 — 2.9 mi
- VIEWCREST HEALTH CENTER — 3/5 — 4.6 mi
- TWIN PORTS HEALTH SERVICES — 4/5 — 4.7 mi
- VILLA MARINA HEALTH AND REHAB CTR — 5/5 — 5.6 mi
- BAYSHORE RESIDENCE AND REHABILITATION CENTER — 2/5 — 5.9 mi
- Franciscan Health Center — 1/5 — 6.3 mi
Data Source
This information is sourced from official CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) public datasets.
CMS Provider Information updated May 1, 2026.
CMS Survey Summary updated May 1, 2026.
CMS Health Deficiencies updated May 1, 2026.
CareQED last updated June 22, 2026.