The Vinton Lutheran Home
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Home Care & Memory Care · Iowa, IA
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The Vinton Lutheran Home

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Home Care & Memory Care · Iowa, IA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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The Vinton Lutheran Home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of The Vinton Lutheran Home

The Vinton Lutheran Home runs a 61-bed senior living facility in Vinton, Iowa, operated by Ronda Buchtela. The campus has been serving the area for 49 years, holding an occupancy rate of around 77 percent while coordinating billing through private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. Because the community integrates independent living, assisted living, and memory care, residents can easily transition to higher levels of support if their daily needs evolve.

A total of 5 hours and 3 minutes of direct nursing care is dedicated to each resident every day by the on-site staff. That daily coverage includes 37 minutes from registered nurses, 37 minutes from nurse aides, and 27 minutes from licensed practical nurses who coordinate respite care, short-term rehab, and standard therapies.

For daily life, the campus operates an independent home health agency and features an on-site beauty shop alongside outdoor gardens. The surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 53 out of 100, indicating that while you can handle a few nearby errands on foot, a car will still be helpful for most trips.

Prospective residents can reach out to the admissions office to check on current apartment availability, learn about the home health agency services, or set up a time to see the gardens. The administrative staff can also help explain how insurance policies or state aid programs fit into the monthly billing structure.

(319) 472-4751

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▼ 34.7% Below IA avg. ▼ 34.7% Below IA avg.IA average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▼ 64.9% Below IA avg. ▼ 64.9% Below IA avg.IA average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▲ 40.9% Above IA avg. ▲ 40.9% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▼ 8.4% Below IA avg. ▼ 8.4% Below IA avg.IA average: 3.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Iowa state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 47th out of 249 homes in Iowa for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 3m per day
Rank #47 / 249Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 47th out of 249 homes in Iowa. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Iowa average, with a ranking across 249 Iowa facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Iowa avg (4h 18m per day)
vs Iowa avg
+18%

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Nurse Aide is +27% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 37m per day ▼ 15% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 27m per day ▼ 21% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 3h 13m per day ▲ 27% State avg: 2h 32m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 31m per day ▲ 5% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 2m per day ▼ 12% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 23m per day ▼ 24% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
1,041 days
Bed community size
61-bed community Rank #210 / 407Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 210th out of 407 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
49 years in operation Rank #13 / 282Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 282 homes in Iowa. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 53 / 100 Rank #195 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 195th out of 528 homes in Iowa. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
77%
Rank #149 / 407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th out of 407 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
47 / 61
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeFree Standing Nf/snf
StatusActive
IssuanceFebruary 17, 1977
CountyBenton
License Number60733
CMS Certification Number165552
Certification TypeFALSE

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Vinton Lutheran Home is administrated by Doug Wood.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Nursing Facility

Contact Information

Fax3194723070

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty Shop
Outdoor Gardens
Specific ProgramsVinton Assisted Living, Vinton Duplex Townhomes, Lutheran Living Communities-Vinton Campus Home Health Agency, Vinton Community Center, Vinton Resident, Tenant, & Family Testimonials, Vinton Monthly News

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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.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 49 deficiencies 20 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 4 Worse Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (81% above)
• Deficiencies per year (82% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (39% above)
• Total inspections (33% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection January 6, 2026

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 4927 This facility has 81% more total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (49 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 81% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2020. 8.24.5 This facility has 82% more deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (8.2 vs. IA avg 4.5).↑ 82% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.51.8 This facility has 39% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2.5 vs. IA avg 1.8).↑ 39% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2015 This facility has 33% more total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (20 vs. IA avg 15).↑ 33% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • November 13, 2025 follow-up survey verified all prior deficiencies were corrected and the facility was in substantial compliance as of October 22, 2025.
  • October 21, 2025 complaint investigation found immediate jeopardy due to improper use of a full body mechanical lift causing a resident fall with serious head injury.
  • January 6, 2026 complaint investigation cited failure to update a resident’s care plan after multiple falls, resulting in a re-fracture of the resident’s pelvis.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2023
Total health inspections 6

State average 4.9


Last Health inspection on Oct 2025

Total health citations
21 Rank #155 / 250Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 155th out of 250 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Iowa State average, with a ranking across all 250 IA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 21.7

Citations per inspection
3.5 Rank #111 / 250Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 111th out of 250 homes in Iowa. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Iowa mean across 250 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State 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
67% worse than State average

State average: 0.6


Serious health citations
1
11% worse than State average

State average: 0.9

1 critical citation State average: 0.6

1 serious citation State average: 0.9

19 moderate citations State average: 19.7

0 minor citations State average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care critical citation Oct 21, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Apr 10, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Apr 10, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Apr 10, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 81
Employees 64
Contractors 17
Staff to resident ratio 1.72 : 1
16% fewer staff per resident than Iowa average
Iowa average ratio: 2.05 : 1 Iowa average ratio: 2.05 : 1See full Iowa ranking
Avg staff/day 27
Average shift 8.7 hours
18% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 7.4 hours Iowa average shift: 7.4 hoursSee full Iowa ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 21,546

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 7 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 6 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 31 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 31
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.1 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

4.3%

925 contractor hours this quarter

Qualified Social Worker: 6 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant3103111,76892100%10.1
Medication Aide/Technician120122,47592100%7.7
Registered Nurse7072,32292100%9.2
Licensed Practical Nurse6061,0147986%9
RN Director of Nursing2029826470%8.4
Dietitian2026206975%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1014756267%7.7
Administrator1014505762%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014275459%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist0112576470%4
Qualified Social Worker0662325358%3.7
Physical Therapy Aide0222245054%4.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0551303538%3.5
Occupational Therapy Aide101891011%8.9
Physical Therapy Assistant011481921%2.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113033%10
Medical Director011433%1.3
31 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
12 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 86%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 70%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 75%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 62%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 59%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 70%
6 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 58%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 54%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 38%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 11%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 21%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

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 Rank #1 / 255Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 255 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Iowa average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 255 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
93% lower than Iowa average

Iowa average: $48K

Number of fines 1
41% fewer fines than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $3K
Iowa average $48K

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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 Info 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 average

Iowa average: 10.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 26.5
23% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 21.6

Long-stay resident measures
Below average Iowa avg: 3.3 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 27.1%
44% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 18.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 24.4%
24% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.7%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 28.2%
7% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 26.2%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.1%
68% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.7%
8% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 10.3%
317% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.8%
44% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 5.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.9%
25% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.5%
34% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.9%
5% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 94.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.9%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 95.3%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.90
28% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.48

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.80
14% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.09

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.4%
16% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 85.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.8%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.8%

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

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 47
Medicare
1
2.1% of residents
Medicaid
17
36.2% of residents
Private pay or other
29
61.7% of residents
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.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 08/2024.

Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$5.8M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$520.1K
Governmental community Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$5.8M Rank #153 / 251Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 153rd out of 251 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Iowa average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$520.1K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$8.6K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #123 / 251Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 123rd out of 251 homes in Iowa. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Iowa average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$3.7M 63% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #43 / 251Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd out of 251 homes in Iowa. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Iowa average. Well-run Iowa facilities typically land around 61–69% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$1.6M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$5.3M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (50% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 2 - 3 years.

Admissions
26 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 38%
Private pay 50%
Medicaid 12%
Discharges
17 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 24%
Private pay 41%
Medicaid 35%

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

The Vinton Lutheran Home is located in Vinton, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($6/meal) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day)

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Iowa resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IA

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IA

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+
General Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IA

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
Asset Limits Not specified; credit-based.
IA

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Benefits
Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

Frequently Asked Questions about The Vinton Lutheran Home

Is The Vinton Lutheran Home in a walkable area?

The Vinton Lutheran Home has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Vinton Lutheran Home?

According to IA state health department records, The Vinton Lutheran Home's license number is 60733.

What is the occupancy rate at The Vinton Lutheran Home?

The Vinton Lutheran Home's occupancy is 77%.

What is the best email address for The Vinton Lutheran Home?

The team at The Vinton Lutheran Home can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of The Vinton Lutheran Home?

Doug Wood is the administrator of The Vinton Lutheran Home.

How many beds does The Vinton Lutheran Home have?

The Vinton Lutheran Home has 61 beds.

Are there photos of The Vinton Lutheran Home?

Yes — there is 1 photo of The Vinton Lutheran Home in the photo gallery on this page.

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