Occupancy rate
74%
In line with Iowa averagePrimarily long-term care, limited rehab
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.
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CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Perry Lutheran Home
Nursing Home in Iowa
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Perry Lutheran Home
Perry Lutheran Homes is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located in Perry, Iowa. It offers a full continuum of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitative therapy. The community focuses on personalized, faith-filled care and meaningful connections for residents.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
70
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
74.3%
Residents per day (avg)
59
Occupancy rate
74.3%
Residents per day (avg)
59
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term residence
Daily assistance
Occasional rehab needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
11% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
68% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$8.9M
Surplus of revenue
$84.7K
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$8,911,530.00
Surplus of revenue
$84,697.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.6M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.2M
70-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
26 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Iowa averageOccupied beds
52 / 70
Average residents
51 per day
Facility TypeFree Standing Nf/snf
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 31, 1999
CountyDallas
License Number250186
CMS Certification Number165606
Certification TypeFALSE
Perry Lutheran Home is administrated by Melissa Gannon.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Long Term Care
Rehabilitative Therapy
Home Care
Email
[email protected]
Fax5154655344
Specific ProgramsLong Term Care, Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Rehabilitative Therapy, Respite Care, Home Care, Meals on Wheels
Inspection History
In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.
23 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
November 24, 2025
24 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Iowa average: 27 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Perry Lutheran Home
The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025 found the facility in substantial compliance with no deficiencies cited. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily related to resident care, including issues with diabetes management, fall prevention, medication storage, infection control, and supervision. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, including cases involving inadequate care following falls, failure to prevent resident-to-resident sexual abuse, and lapses in infection control and supervision, with one immediate jeopardy finding in 2020 that was later resolved. Enforcement actions included a discretionary denial of payment for new admissions in early 2024, and immediate jeopardy was removed after corrective actions in 2023; fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The trend suggests improvement over time, with recent inspections showing correction of prior deficiencies and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
7
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Oct 2025
Total health citations
19
Iowa average 21.7
Citations per inspection
2.71
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
7 of 19 citations resulted from standard inspections; 9 of 19 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 19 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
4
4
567% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
Serious Health citations
4
4
344% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
4 critical citations
4 serious citations
10 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care serious citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Oct 08, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Oct 08, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 13, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 13, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Mar 13, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
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76.3%
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4.33
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19
2.7
8
59
Gannon, Melissa
$8.6M
$4.6M
53.6%
165606
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
107
Employees
91
Contractors
16
Staff to resident ratio
1.78:1
11% worse than Iowa averageIowa average ratio: 2.00:1
Avg staff/day
34
Average shift
7.1 hours
0% compared with Iowa averageIowa average: 7.4 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
22,089
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
12
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
4
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
37
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
3.5%
775 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Registered Nurse: 1
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Medical Director: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 37 | 0 | 37 | 7,429 | 91 | 100% | 6.8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 29 | 0 | 29 | 7,148 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,360 | 66 | 73% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 1 | 12 | 1,816 | 91 | 100% | 6.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,724 | 91 | 100% | 10.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 0 | 1 | 1 | 312 | 39 | 43% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 286 | 37 | 41% | 7.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 260 | 65 | 71% | 4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 72 | 41 | 45% | 1.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 69 | 42 | 46% | 1.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 12 | 13% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 20 | 11 | 12% | 1.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 19 | 14 | 15% | 1.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 15% | 1.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 16 | 18% | 0.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 3% | 2.7 |
37 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
29 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
73%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
43%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
41%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
45%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
46%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
13%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
12%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
15%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
15%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
18%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
60 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicaid
37 residents (61.7%)
Private pay or other
23 residents (38.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.9
16% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 10.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.1
21% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.6
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.1%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.3%
19% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.7%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
35.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
35.7%
36% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.5%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.9%
13% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.0%
22% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.5%
71% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
49.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
49.1%
158% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.2%
9% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
68.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
68.9%
19% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$16K
66% lower than Iowa averageIowa average: $48K
Number of fines
1
41% fewer fines than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.7
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
88% more payment denials than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$16K
Iowa average
$48K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Nov 21, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Nov 21, 2023
$16K
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Nov 21, 2023
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Nov 21, 2023
61 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Perry Lutheran Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
76.3%
↓ 3.2pp vs 2023
Net Income
$84,697
↓ ~$1.4M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$5,304,290
↑ ~$264K vs 2023
Profit Margin
1.0%
↓ 16.9pp vs 2023
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