Western Horizons Care Center

1104 HWY 12, HETTINGER, North Dakota 58639

Phone: (701) 567-2401

1/5Much Below Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 1/5 stars — "Much Below Average."
Total nurse staffing of 4.7 hrs/resident/day is well above the national average (~3.8).
RN staffing is strong at 1.00 hours per resident per day.
Staff turnover rate of 67% is high, which may affect care continuity.
Has received 3 fines totaling $71,991 — review the penalties section for details.
34 deficiencies recorded, including 4 severe.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Much Below Average

Health Inspection

Below Average

Staffing

Above Average

Quality Measures

Much Below Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	4.72
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	1.00
Staff Turnover Rate	67.3%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

$71,991

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	40
Average Residents/Day	32.2
Ownership Type	Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type	Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	Resident
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	355042

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of Western Horizons Care Center?

Western Horizons Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Much Below Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does Western Horizons Care Center have?

Western Horizons Care Center is a small facility with 40 certified beds and an average of 32.2 residents per day. It is located in HETTINGER, North Dakota.

What is the staffing level at Western Horizons Care Center?

Western Horizons Care Center provides 4.72 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is above the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 1.00 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 67.3%.

Has Western Horizons Care Center received any fines or penalties?

Yes, Western Horizons Care Center has received 3 fines totaling $71,991 and 3 total penalties. The facility has 34 recorded deficiencies, including 4 severe.

What type of ownership is Western Horizons Care Center?

Western Horizons Care Center is classified as "Non profit - Corporation" by CMS.

Is Western Horizons Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Western Horizons Care Center is certified as "Medicare and Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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