RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Buffalo, MN (2026)

Compare all 2 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Buffalo, MN, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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2Nursing Homes in Buffalo
4.5/5
+1.3 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Buffalo Avg Rating
N/AState avg: $54KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeBuffalo, MN

Park View Health Care Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
92 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above Minnesota avg of 3.2

200 Park LaneBuffalo, MN 55313

(763) 951-7825

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeBuffalo, MN

Lake Ridge Care Center Of Buffalo, Inc.

Non-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
56 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Minnesota avg of 3.2

310 Lake BoulevardBuffalo, MN 55313

(763) 404-4603

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Care landscape in Buffalo

How Buffalo compares with the rest of Minnesota on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+16.9%

    About 15% lower than the state average of 19.9%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover40.2%

    A little lower than the state average of 42.3%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability12.8%

    A little lower than the state average of 13.6%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Buffalo, MN?

This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Buffalo, MN and shows the top 2.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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