Cycle 1
Health 2025-06-05 · Fire 2025-06-05
2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (1 deficiency)
12 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (4 deficiencies)
Allentown, PA
Luther Crest Nursing Facility
5-star overall rating with 5-star inspections with 2 recent health deficiencies with 12 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
800 Hausman Road, Allentown, PA
(610) 398-8011
Overall
5 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
5 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
60
Certified beds
Average residents
52
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1983-07-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
1.25
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.72
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.42
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.96
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
89%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
94%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 95.7% |
86.9%
8.8 pts better
|
93.4%
2.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
93.5%
6.5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 7.9% |
3.2%
4.7 pts worse
|
3.3%
4.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 1.6% |
6.5%
4.9 pts better
|
11.4%
9.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.1% |
6.5%
2.4 pts better
|
5.4%
1.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 9.5% |
19.9%
10.4 pts better
|
19.6%
10.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 8.7% |
18.7%
10 pts better
|
16.7%
8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.2%
0.2 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 37.5% |
19.6%
17.9 pts worse
|
16.3%
21.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 15.9% |
18.3%
2.4 pts better
|
14.9%
1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
0.9%
0.9 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.5% |
1.7%
0.2 pts better
|
1.7%
0.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 38.6% |
26.4%
12.2 pts worse
|
19.8%
18.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 1.3% |
5.3%
4 pts better
|
5.1%
3.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 97.6% |
68.9%
28.7 pts better
|
81.7%
15.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 12.0% |
9.8%
2.2 pts worse
|
12.0%
About the same
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.6% |
1.5%
0.9 pts better
|
1.6%
1 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 96.2% |
68.7%
27.5 pts better
|
79.7%
16.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 24.8% |
23.1%
1.7 pts worse
|
23.9%
0.9 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-07-11 · Fire 2024-07-11
5 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-06-22 · Fire 2023-06-22
1 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (1 deficiency)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K161 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2025-07-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2025-07-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2025-07-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2025-07-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-07-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-07-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2025-07-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Corrected 2025-07-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K912 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Corrected 2025-07-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2025-07-03
C · Minimal harm
2025-06-05
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-07-03
B · Minimal harm
2025-06-05
E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Corrected 2025-07-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-11
K223 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2024-07-31
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-11
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-07-31
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-11
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2024-07-31
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-11
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2024-07-31
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-22
K161 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2023-07-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-22
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2023-07-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-22
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2023-07-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-22
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-07-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-22
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-07-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-22
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2023-07-30
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-06-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2025-06-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-11
F676 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected 2024-07-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-11
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-07-29
C · Minimal harm
2024-07-11
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2024-07-29
B · Minimal harm
2024-07-11
F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2024-07-29
B · Minimal harm
2024-07-11
F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected 2024-07-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-22
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2023-07-14
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Diakon
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Delp, Lawrence
Corporate Director · Individual
Goldstein, Jennifer
Corporate Director · Individual
Grant, Kathleen
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Habecker, Scott
Corporate Director · Individual
Habecker, Scott
Corporate Officer · Individual
Habecker, Scott
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Hendrickson, Nels
Corporate Director · Individual
Hendrickson, Nels
Corporate Officer · Individual
Hough, Douglas
Corporate Director · Individual
Lehman, Michael
Corporate Director · Individual
Lehman, Michael
Corporate Officer · Individual
Rehr, Scott
Corporate Director · Individual
Rohrbach, Nicole
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Schellenberg, Susan
Corporate Director · Individual
Schlegel, Jennifer
Corporate Director · Individual
Taylor, Carol
Corporate Director · Individual
Vandergast, Shari
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
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