Hospitals in ZIP 56401 (Brainerd, MN)

The current CMS data lists 1 Medicare-certified hospitals serving ZIP 56401 in Brainerd, MN, with an average overall star rating of 3.0 out of 5 among rated providers.

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Hospitals provide inpatient medical and surgical care, emergency services, and diagnostic care. Medicare-certified hospitals receive CMS star ratings that summarize mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely and effective care.

CMS data for ZIP 56401

The current data records 1 hospitals in ZIP 56401; 1 (100%) publish an overall CMS rating. Ownership on record breaks down as 1 non-profit. The highest published overall rating in this ZIP is 3.0 out of 5 at ESSENTIA HEALTH ST JOSEPH'S MEDICAL CENTER (non-profit).

Providers on record1
With a published overall rating1 of 1 (100%)
Average overall rating3.0 / 5
Highest-rated providerESSENTIA HEALTH ST JOSEPH'S MEDICAL CENTER (3.0 / 5)
Ownership mix1 non-profit
Certified beds (total)Not reported
Providers with a federal penalty0

Hospitals on record in ZIP 56401

Hospital · Voluntary non-profit - Private Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center Brainerd, MN 56401 CMS rating 3.0 / 5
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Side-by-side provider data

ProviderCare typeOverallOwnershipCertified bedsPenalties
ESSENTIA HEALTH ST JOSEPH'S MEDICAL CENTERHospital3.0non-profit—0

What to weigh in ZIP 56401

Ratings are a starting point, not a verdict. Review the inspection findings, staffing levels, and quality measures behind each score, then confirm the services you need are actually offered.

If you are choosing for yourself or a family member in ZIP 56401, Brainerd, MN, visit in person when possible, ask about current availability, and confirm participation in Medicare and Medicaid. Ask how the provider handles care planning, family communication, and after-hours concerns.

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Frequently asked questions

Which hospital in ZIP 56401 has the highest CMS rating?
In the current data, ESSENTIA HEALTH ST JOSEPH'S MEDICAL CENTER has the highest published CMS overall star rating among hospitals in ZIP 56401, at 3.0 out of 5.
Where does this information come from?
All figures come from the CMS Care Compare public dataset (processing date 2026-10-06). CMS has not reviewed or endorsed this site. Verify current details at Medicare.gov before making care decisions.
Do any providers in ZIP 56401 have federal penalties?
No federal penalties are recorded for the providers currently listed in ZIP 56401 in this CMS data.
How many certified beds are reported in ZIP 56401?
No certified-bed counts are published for the providers currently listed in ZIP 56401. Bed counts apply to nursing homes; other provider types do not report them.
What is the average CMS rating for hospitals in ZIP 56401?
Among providers with a published overall rating, the average CMS overall star rating for hospitals in ZIP 56401 is 3.0 out of 5. Inspection, staffing, and quality-measure details are shown for each provider.
How do I choose a hospital in ZIP 56401?
When comparing hospitals, review the CMS overall rating and the underlying measure groups, confirm that the services you need are offered, and check whether the hospital participates in your insurance network. Ratings are signals, not medical advice.

About the data

All figures on this page come from the CMS Provider Data Catalog dataset (processing date 2026-10-06). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.

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