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LUTHER OAKS is a non profit - corporation facility in BLOOMINGTON, IL with 19 certified beds and a 4-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 27 deficiency records on file. Total penalties: $10K.

601 LUTZ ROAD, BLOOMINGTON, IL 61704

Phone: 3096645940

Overall Rating

4/5

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Long-Stay Quality

5/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
146184
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
19
Residents
17
In Hospital
No
County
Mc Lean
Last Inspection
Aug 1, 2024

Staffing Data

RN Hours
1.46 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.43
CNA Hours
2.60
Total Nursing Hours
4.49 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.10
Nursing Turnover
65.5%
RN Turnover
40.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About LUTHER OAKS

LUTHER OAKS operates 19 certified beds in BLOOMINGTON, IL with approximately 17 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (5★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 27 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 3 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. On the enforcement side, CMS has assessed 1 penalty totaling $10K against this provider, a tangible indicator that regulators moved beyond citation into financial consequence. Staffing is reported at 4.49 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 1.46 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, LUTHER OAKS falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 65.5%, above the level where continuity of care typically begins to suffer. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (27 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0881

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0806

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0801

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0758

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0677

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0660

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0644

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0600

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 15, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 17, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 21, 2024

G — Isolated - Actual harm Jan 29, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 21, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 29, 2024 Tag: 0580

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 21, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Aug 2, 2023 Tag: 0883

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 11, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2023 Tag: 0692

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2023

G — Isolated - Actual harm Apr 24, 2023 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2023

G — Isolated - Actual harm Apr 24, 2023 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2023 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2023 Tag: 0659

Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2023 Tag: 0585

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2023 Tag: 0580

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2023 Tag: 0565

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2023

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Jun 22, 2022 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 7, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 22, 2022 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 7, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 22, 2022 Tag: 0640

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 7, 2022

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 11.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 2.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 18.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 12.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 13.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 17.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay N/A No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 95.8% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 1.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 23.2% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 26.9% Yes

Penalty History 1 penalties totaling $10K

Date Type Amount
Sep 11, 2025 Fine $10K

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for LUTHER OAKS?
LUTHER OAKS has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (5★).
What are the staffing levels at LUTHER OAKS?
LUTHER OAKS reports 4.49 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 1.46 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 65.5%.
How many beds does LUTHER OAKS have?
LUTHER OAKS has 19 certified beds with approximately 17 residents. The facility is located at 601 LUTZ ROAD, BLOOMINGTON, IL 61704.
Does LUTHER OAKS have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, LUTHER OAKS has 27 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 3 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has LUTHER OAKS received any fines or penalties?
Yes, LUTHER OAKS has received 1 penalties totaling $10K.
Who owns LUTHER OAKS?
LUTHER OAKS is classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was LUTHER OAKS last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for LUTHER OAKS was on Aug 1, 2024. The facility received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for LUTHER OAKS?
LUTHER OAKS is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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