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

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Home Care, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Vinton, 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.
1301 Second Avenue, Vinton, Ia 523491699 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
The Vinton Lutheran Home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
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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.

Facility Direct Line (319) 472-4751
Facility Direct Line (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 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 vs Iowa averages

Rank #42 / 235Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 235 homes in Iowa for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Iowa average, with a ranking across 235 Iowa facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 42nd out of 235 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

18% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs 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
−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
−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
+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
+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
−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
−24% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Nurse Aide is +27% above Iowa average

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
1,041 days
Bed community size
61-bed community Rank #209 / 406Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 209th out of 406 homes in Iowa for bed count. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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 #14 / 286Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 286 homes in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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 for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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 #148 / 379Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 148th out of 379 homes in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 379. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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 Nursing Facility / Skilled Nursing Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceFebruary 17, 1977
CountyBenton
License Number60733
CMS Certification Number165552
Certification TypeFALSE

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Vinton Lutheran Home is administered 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

Email d.wood@lhaa-e.org
Fax3194723070

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Garden
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, deficiency, 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (81% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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 nursing home (49 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 81% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 2015 This facility has had 33% more total inspections than the Iowa average (20 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 33% more
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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 #144 / 234Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 144th out of 234 homes in Iowa for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Iowa State average, with a ranking across all 234 IA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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 #101 / 234Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 234 homes in Iowa for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Iowa mean across 234 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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

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.

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%
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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 / 241Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 241 homes in Iowa for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Iowa average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 241 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

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.

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.

Finances and operations

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

Nonprofit
Nonprofit Corporation
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
Nonprofit Nonprofit Corporation
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 #149 / 239Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th out of 239 homes in Iowa for revenue. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Iowa average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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 #121 / 239Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 121st out of 239 homes in Iowa for payroll. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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 #39 / 239Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th out of 239 homes in Iowa for payroll %. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Doug Wood.

This home is owned by Ronda Buchtela

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 165552

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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%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #40 / 239
69.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 69.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #59 / 239
165480
Friendship Village
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Waterloo
72
Facility 72
IA AVG 71
Rank #143 / 406
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
IA AVG 64.7
Rank #41 / 379
+42%
6.17
Facility 6.17
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #3 / 235
 +5%+44%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 241
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #45 / 234
2.0
Facility 2.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #19 / 234
166-
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 45
Rank #202 / 528
Friends Of Faith Retirement Homes, Inc
$14.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $14.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #11 / 239
$11.6MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $11.6MFiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #7 / 239
81.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 81.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #113 / 239
165081
Prairie Vista Village
NH
AL
IL
SNF
South Altoona
68
Facility 68
IA AVG 71
Rank #170 / 406
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
IA AVG 64.7
Rank #255 / 379
-23%
4.71
Facility 4.71
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #58 / 235
 -20%+10%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 241
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #18 / 234
1.3
Facility 1.3
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #8 / 234
-34A
29
Facility 29
IA AVG 45
Rank #372 / 528
John Freeman
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #60 / 239
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #69 / 239
40.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #169 / 239
165610
The Vinton Lutheran Home
NH
AL
HC
MC
SNF
Vinton
61
Facility 61
IA AVG 71
Rank #209 / 406
77.0%
Facility 77.0%
IA AVG 64.7
Rank #148 / 379
+19%
5.05
Facility 5.05
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #42 / 235
 -26%+18%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 241
21
Facility 21
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #144 / 234
3.5
Facility 3.5
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #101 / 234
247-
53
Facility 53
IA AVG 45
Rank #195 / 528
Ronda Buchtela
$5.8MFiscal year ending 08/2024
Facility $5.8MFiscal year ending 08/2024
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #149 / 239
$3.7MFiscal year ending 08/2024
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 08/2024
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #121 / 239
63%Fiscal year ending 08/2024
Facility 63%Fiscal year ending 08/2024
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #39 / 239
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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%.

How long has The Vinton Lutheran Home been in business?

The Vinton Lutheran Home has been operating for approximately 49 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Vinton Lutheran Home?

No, The Vinton Lutheran Home has a no-pet policy.

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

The team at The Vinton Lutheran Home can be reached at d.wood@lhaa-e.org.

Does The Vinton Lutheran Home operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Vinton Lutheran Home is registered as a non-profit in IA.

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