Thorne Crest Retirement Center

1201 Garfield Avenue, Albert Lea, MN, 56007 · CCN 245425

Thorne Crest Retirement Center is a CMS-certified skilled nursing facility located in Albert Lea, Minnesota. According to official CMS Health Deficiency data, this facility has 27 deficiency citations across 8 CMS surveys, with the most recent survey conducted in December 2025. The facility's history includes 2 Immediate Jeopardy-level citations.

Top Deficiency Citations

• F0689 — Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (3 citations)
• F0880 — Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (2 citations)
• F0558 — Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (2 citations)
• F0684 — Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (2 citations)
• F0641 — Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (1 citation)

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