Baptist Health & Rehab earned a deficiency-free survey from North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) in summer 2026. The results demonstrate compliance with federal and state standards for resident care, safety, and quality.
What is a Deficiency-Free Nursing Home Survey?
The survey followed a comprehensive review of the care and services provided at Baptist Health & Rehab in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Nursing homes must comply with federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements to receive payment under Medicare or Medicaid programs. The state completes regular, unannounced surveys to ensure settings remain in compliance with regulations and provide safe, quality care.
HHS surveyors evaluated the processes, procedures, general operations and physical plants, as well as information submitted by Baptist Health & Rehab staff. Surveyors also interviewed staff, residents and family members of residents to gain perspective on the care provided at the community.
A deficiency-free survey indicates that surveyors found the skilled nursing community met applicable federal and state requirements at the time of the review.
Why Deficiency-Free Surveys Matter to Residents and Families
State surveys provide an independent assessment of how nursing homes are operating and caring for residents. For residents and families, deficiency-free results can offer added confidence that a community is meeting established standards related to care, safety, and quality.
While no single measure tells the full story of a senior living community, survey results are one important factor families may consider when evaluating skilled nursing care options.
Teamwork Drives Quality Care
According to Administrator Deanna Berg, the achievement reflects a shared commitment throughout the community.
“I am incredibly proud of our amazing team here at Baptist Health & Rehab,” Deanna says. “With the many regulatory requirements in long-term care, achieving a deficiency-free survey is a remarkable accomplishment that reflects the dedication, excellence, and teamwork of our entire staff.”
Excellence drives the efforts of the team at Baptist Health & Rehab and other Cassia communities.
“This achievement exemplifies Cassia’s vision statement to be a living expression of Christ’s love through extraordinary service and excellence,” Berg says. “I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to our team for their commitment to providing exceptional care and for a job truly well done.”
Learn More About Baptist Health & Rehab
Baptist Health & Rehab offers skilled nursing long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and hospice care.
Baptist Health & Rehab is a Cassia community, with a mission to foster fullness of life for older adults in the spirit of Christ’s love. Cassia provides independent and assisted living communities, memory care, skilled nursing care centers, short-term rehabilitation centers, adult day programs and a variety of community-based services for older adults across five states.
To learn more about senior living at Baptist Health & Rehab, contact us today.