With a score of 78/100 and a B grade, Lutheran Care Center is a well-regarded option in Altamont, Illinois. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 87th percentile statewide.
Staffing at Lutheran Care Center is near the national average, with 3.59 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 11 deficiencies at Lutheran Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.59 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.73 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.49 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.37 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.18 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.58 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Sep 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Sep 29, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Mar 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Nov 14, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Nov 14, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 5.4% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 4.9% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 10.8% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 28.5% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 5.3% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 20.3% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $19,208
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 78 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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