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LUTHERAN HOME is a non profit - corporation facility in WESTLAKE, OH with 104 certified beds and a 4-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 15 deficiency records on file.

2116 DOVER CENTER RD, WESTLAKE, OH 44145

Phone: 4408710090

Overall Rating

4/5

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Long-Stay Quality

4/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
365020
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
104
Residents
87
In Hospital
No
County
Cuyahoga
Last Inspection
Aug 24, 2023

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.55 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
1.44
CNA Hours
2.55
Total Nursing Hours
4.55 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.27
Nursing Turnover
48.9%
RN Turnover
21.4%

What the CMS Record Reveals About LUTHERAN HOME

LUTHERAN HOME operates 104 certified beds in WESTLAKE, OH with approximately 87 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 (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (4★). 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 15 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 4.55 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.55 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, LUTHERAN HOME 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 48.9%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. 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 (15 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 24, 2025 Tag: 0694

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 8, 2025

C — Widespread - No harm Aug 24, 2023 Tag: 0868

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 12, 2023

C — Widespread - No harm Aug 24, 2023 Tag: 0838

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 12, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 24, 2023 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: Oct 12, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 24, 2023 Tag: 0757

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 12, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 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: Oct 12, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 24, 2023 Tag: 0604

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 12, 2023

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Jan 16, 2020 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 21, 2020

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 29, 2018 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 30, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 29, 2018 Tag: 0757

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 30, 2019

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Nov 29, 2018 Tag: 0725

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 30, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 29, 2018 Tag: 0697

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 30, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 29, 2018 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: Jan 30, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 29, 2018 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 30, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 29, 2018 Tag: 0609

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 30, 2019

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 9.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 9.3% 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 1.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 1.8% 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 3.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 99.7% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 99.1% 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 22.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 26.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 99.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 5.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 33.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 11.3% Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for LUTHERAN HOME?
LUTHERAN HOME has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (4★).
What are the staffing levels at LUTHERAN HOME?
LUTHERAN HOME reports 4.55 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.55 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 48.9%.
How many beds does LUTHERAN HOME have?
LUTHERAN HOME has 104 certified beds with approximately 87 residents. The facility is located at 2116 DOVER CENTER RD, WESTLAKE, OH 44145.
Does LUTHERAN HOME have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, LUTHERAN HOME has 15 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has LUTHERAN HOME received any fines or penalties?
No, LUTHERAN HOME has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns LUTHERAN HOME?
LUTHERAN HOME is classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was LUTHERAN HOME last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for LUTHERAN HOME was on Aug 24, 2023. The facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for LUTHERAN HOME?
LUTHERAN HOME 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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