Rice County Phns
Faribault, MN · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 247005)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): not surveyed
Serves: 8 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (507) 332-6111 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Rice County Phns is not yet rated on the CMS overall quality star scale, compared to the Minnesota state average of 3 stars, and a patient survey star rating is not currently available. Families should check Medicare Care Compare directly for the most up-to-date rating information.
Rice County Phns offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 8 ZIP codes from its office in Faribault, Minnesota.
Yes, Rice County Phns is Medicare-certified, with CCN 247005, certified since July 1, 1966, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification status is confirmed through CMS Care Compare records.
About this agency
Rice County Phns is a Medicare-certified home health agency located in Faribault, Minnesota, offering Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, and Home Health Aide services. The agency is government-owned and has been Medicare-certified since July 1, 1966, giving it a long-standing presence in home health care in the region.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Rice County Phns is not yet rated on the CMS overall quality star scale, compared to the Minnesota state average of 3 stars. A patient survey star rating is also not currently available in the data provided. On the measure of timely initiation of care, 90.91% of patients began receiving services promptly after referral, according to CMS data. No data on walking or mobility improvement outcomes was provided for this agency.
Rice County Phns serves a service area covering 8 ZIP codes from its Faribault, Minnesota office. As a government-owned agency, it operates under public rather than private for-profit or non-profit ownership structures.
Families and caregivers considering this agency are encouraged to review the most current ratings and outcome measures directly on Medicare's Care Compare website, as star ratings and quality measures are updated periodically. This profile reflects CMS Care Compare data as available at the time of writing; contact the agency directly for the most current information on services and availability.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Rice County Phns is Medicare-certified (CCN 247005), certified since July 1, 1966, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor.
What services does this agency offer?
Rice County Phns offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, and Home Health Aide services.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
According to CMS data, Rice County Phns is not yet rated, while the Minnesota state average is 3 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
A patient survey star rating is not currently available in the CMS data for this agency; contact the agency at (507) 332-6111 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review this agency's current quality measures and staffing information at the Medicare Care Compare page: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/247005?state=MN.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
Rice County Phns serves 8 ZIP codes from its office in Faribault, Minnesota.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 8 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Ask about current staffing, care plans, and specific outcome measures not listed here; contact the agency directly at (507) 332-6111 for details.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
Home health care, as provided by Medicare-certified agencies like Rice County Phns, includes skilled services such as nursing and physical therapy ordered by a doctor, while non-medical home care typically covers non-skilled assistance not documented in this CMS data.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
Rice County Phns has been Medicare-certified since July 1, 1966.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
Rice County Phns is government-owned.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost information is not published by CMS; contact the agency at (507) 332-6111 and verify on Medicare Care Compare for coverage and cost details.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can contact Rice County Phns at (507) 332-6111 to inquire about starting care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 07/01/1966. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.