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LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY

800 HAUSMAN ROAD, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Score: 96 / 100

Among nursing homes in Pennsylvania, Luther Crest Nursing Facility stands out with an A grade and a score of 96 out of 100. It ranks in the 95th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Luther Crest Nursing Facility provides above-average staffing with 4.38 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 8 deficiencies at Luther Crest Nursing Facility. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.38 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.25 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.72 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.42 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.96 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.86 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

8
Total Deficiencies
Jun 4, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 3 Minor 🟠 5 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0641 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Jun 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Jun 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0676 Severity D
    Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
    Jul 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Jul 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0842 Severity D
    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar
    Jun 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 1.3% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 7.9% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 8.7% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.5% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 15.9% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.1% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 38.6% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 96 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
60
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 4, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2