Occupancy rate
77%
In line with Iowa averageMix of rehab and long-term care
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The Vinton Lutheran Home
The Vinton Lutheran Home is a senior living community in Vinton, Iowa. It offers a range of services including nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care. The community is committed to providing compassionate care and a supportive environment for its 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
61
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
77%
Residents per day (avg)
48
Occupancy rate
77%
Residents per day (avg)
48
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
38% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
50% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 years
Medicaid
12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 - 5 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$6.0M
Surplus of revenue
$419.7K
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$6,004,744.00
Surplus of revenue
$419,728.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.3M
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.
$2.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$5.5M
61-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
49 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
47 / 61
Average residents
51 per day
License details
Facility type
Free Standing Nf/snf
Status
Active
Issuance
February 17, 1977
County:
Benton
Additional licensing details
License number:
60733
CMS Certification Number:
165552
Certification type:
FALSE
Ownership & operating entity
The Vinton Lutheran Home is administrated by Doug Wood.
Care Services
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Email:
[email protected]
Fax:
3194723070
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Nursing Facility, Vinton Assisted Living, Vinton Duplex Townhomes, Lutheran Living Communities-Vinton Campus Home Health Agency, Vinton Community Center, Vinton Resident, Tenant, & Family Testimonials, Vinton Monthly News
Pricing & Financial Information
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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.
20 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
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Latest inspection
Date:January 6, 2026
24 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Inspection Report Summary for The Vinton Lutheran Home
The most recent inspection on January 6, 2026 identified a deficiency related to the facility’s failure to update a resident’s care plan for falls after multiple incidents. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving medication management, infection control, food safety, and timely reporting of abuse allegations. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated or resulted in minor citations, except for a substantiated complaint in 2024 related to failure to report abuse timely and care plan issues. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility has demonstrated some improvement over time, with previous deficiencies corrected by follow-up inspections, though some issues with documentation and care planning have recurred.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
6
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Oct 2025
Total health citations
21
Iowa average 21.7
Citations per inspection
3.5
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
17 of 21 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 21 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
67% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
Serious Health citations
1
1
11% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
1 critical citation
1 serious citation
19 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care critical citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Oct 21, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Oct 21, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Apr 10, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Apr 10, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Apr 10, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Apr 10, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Apr 10, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Apr 10, 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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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
75
Employees
60
Contractors
15
Staff to resident ratio
1.60:1
20% worse than Iowa averageIowa average ratio: 2.00:1
Avg staff/day
26
Average shift
8.8 hours
19% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 7.4 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
20,707
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
5
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
3
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
32
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
3.9%
805 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 32 | 0 | 32 | 11,241 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,147 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,025 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,208 | 76 | 84% | 8.5 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 935 | 66 | 73% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 688 | 59 | 65% | 11.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 546 | 69 | 76% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 484 | 61 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 210 | 57 | 63% | 3.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 191 | 47 | 52% | 4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 183 | 44 | 48% | 4.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 138 | 53 | 58% | 2.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 96 | 10 | 11% | 9.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 49 | 22 | 24% | 2.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 3 | 3% | 10 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 2 | 2% | 6.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3% | 1.3 |
32 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
10 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
5 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
84%
2 Dietitian
% of Days
73%
3 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
65%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
76%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
67%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
63%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
52%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
48%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
58%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
11%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
24%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
2%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
47 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
1 resident (2.1%)
Medicaid
17 residents (36.2%)
Private pay or other
29 residents (61.7%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, 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.
12.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.0
17% 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.
26.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.5
23% 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
27.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.1%
44% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
24.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
24.4%
24% 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
28.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.2%
7% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.1%
68% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.7%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.7%
8% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
10.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
10.3%
317% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.8%
44% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.9%
25% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.5%
34% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.9%
5% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.9%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.4%
16% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
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
$3K
93% 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.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$3K
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.
Jan 20, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 20, 2023
$3K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Vinton Lutheran Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
79.3%
↑ 10.7pp vs 2023
Net Income
$419,728
↑ ~$701K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$3,895,785
↑ ~$438K vs 2023
Profit Margin
7.0%
↑ 12.8pp vs 2023
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