Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center
Aurora, Minnesota · St. Louis CountyCMS #241340
16 BedsGovernmentCritical Access
Financial Snapshot
7.2%
Operating Margin
State median: -2.3%
7.2%
Total Margin
136
Days Cash on Hand
State median: 19
39.6%
Occupancy Rate
State median: 39.9%
Source: CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS)
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Community Context
County Health Indicators
Diabetes9.2%
Obesity36.7%
Uninsured5.8%
PCPs per 10K12.4
Primary Care HPSADental Health HPSAMental Health HPSA
Sources: County Health Rankings, CDC SVI 2022, HRSA HPSA
Nearest Hospitals
| Hospital | Beds | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Essentia Health Virginia | 83 | 15 mi |
| Ely - Bloomenson Community Hospital | 21 | 31.2 mi |
| Cook Hospital | 14 | 31.3 mi |
Data from CMS Provider of Services, CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS), County Health Rankings, CDC Social Vulnerability Index, and HRSA Bureau of Health Workforce. Last updated: 2026-03-11.