Nursing homes in Ely, MN
Compare 1 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Ely, part of the St. Louis area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 5★, above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Residents of Ely, Minnesota, in St. Louis County, have access to one high-quality nursing home facility serving the 55731 ZIP code area. According to official CMS Care Compare data, the local facility, Boundary Waters Care Center, maintains a perfect 5-star overall rating. This exceptional performance reflects the city's commitment to providing reliable long-term care options that meet federal quality standards for clinical health, staffing levels, and resident safety metrics.
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avg 5★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Ely
- All homes in Ely score 3★ or higher on compliance, a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 1 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark, ask about RN coverage at night.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating, a useful shortlist starting point.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Ely
| Boundary Waters Care Center BOUNDARY WATERS CARE CENTER · Small · Not for Profit | 5.0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 5 |
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