The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 68/100. Located in Belle Plaine, Minnesota, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.
Staffing levels at The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine exceed national averages, with 4.87 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.85 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent CMS inspections identified 19 deficiencies at The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine, including 2 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 | 4.87 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.85 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.76 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.26 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 4.02 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.29 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Dec 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0684 Severity JProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Nov 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Jul 8, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Apr 29, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0883 Severity EDevelop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Apr 29, 2025 · Infection Control 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 | 1.1% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 0.5% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 19.4% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 5.5% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 15.4% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.3% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 21.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $8,827
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 68 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -0 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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