Bloomington, IL

Luther Oaks

4-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with $10,000 in total fines with 14 recent health deficiencies with 1 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

601 Lutz Road, Bloomington, IL

(309) 664-5940

Compare this facility

Overall

4 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

3 / 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

19

Certified beds

Average residents

17

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Non-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

2017-10-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Changed ownership

No

Within the last 12 months

Family council

Yes

Resident and family council reported

Sprinklers

Yes

Automatic sprinklers in all required areas

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

1.46

Registered nurse staffing · state 0.73 · national 0.68

LPN hours / resident day

0.43

Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.64 · national 0.87

Aide hours / resident day

2.60

Nurse aide staffing · state 2.13 · national 2.35

Total nurse hours

4.49

All reported nurse hours · state 3.49 · national 3.89

Licensed hours

1.89

RN + LPN hours · state 1.36 · national 1.54

Weekend hours

4.11

Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.09 · national 3.43

Weekend RN hours

1.13

Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.56 · national 0.47

Physical therapist

0.10

Reported PT staffing · state 0.05 · national 0.07

Adjusted RN hours

1.49

CMS adjusted RN staffing hours

Adjusted total hours

4.57

CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours

Case-mix index

1.34

Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity

RN turnover

40%

Annual RN turnover · state 44% · national 45%

Total nurse turnover

66%

Annual nurse turnover · state 46% · national 46%

SNF QRP

Medicare quality reporting measures

Measure Facility National Note
Potentially preventable 30-day readmission 9.2%
10.72%
1.5 pts better
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 43 · Observed rate 0% · Lower 95% interval 5.81%
Discharge to community 59.2%
50.57%
8.6 pts better
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 34 · Observed rate 58.82% · Lower 95% interval 45.99%
Medicare spending per beneficiary 0.97
1.02
0.1 pts better
Drug regimen review with follow-up 83.33%
95.27%
11.9 pts worse
Numerator 20 · Denominator 24
Falls with major injury 0%
0.77%
0.8 pts better
Numerator 0 · Denominator 24
Discharge self-care score 52.38%
53.69%
1.3 pts worse
Numerator 11 · Denominator 21
Discharge mobility score 61.9%
50.94%
11 pts better
Numerator 13 · Denominator 21
Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened 4.17%
2.29%
1.9 pts worse
Numerator 1 · Denominator 24 · Adjusted rate 3.89%
Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization Not Available
7.12%
Not Available · Eligible stays 22 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage 25%
8.2%
16.8 pts better
Numerator 13 · Denominator 52
Staff flu vaccination coverage 68.83%
42%
26.8 pts better
Numerator 53 · Denominator 77
Discharge function score 57.14%
56.45%
0.7 pts better
Numerator 12 · Denominator 21
Transfer of health information to provider Not Available
95.95%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 5 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Transfer of health information to patient Not Available
96.28%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 12 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date Not Available
25.2%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 11 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
89.6%
10.4 pts better
93.4%
6.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 100.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 12.7%
3.3%
9.4 pts worse
3.3%
9.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 12.7% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 18.4%
50.3%
31.9 pts better
11.4%
7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 18.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.9%
6.5%
3.6 pts better
5.4%
2.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 2.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 17.1%
18.5%
1.4 pts better
19.6%
2.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 17.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 26.9%
22.8%
4.1 pts worse
16.7%
10.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 26.9% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.1%
0.1 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 13.4%
17.2%
3.8 pts better
16.3%
2.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 13.4% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.8%
15.0%
3.2 pts better
14.9%
3.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 11.8% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
1.1%
1.1 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
1.7%
1.7 pts better
1.7%
1.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 23.2%
21.3%
1.9 pts worse
19.8%
3.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 23.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 1.1%
5.2%
4.1 pts better
5.1%
4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 1.1% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
68.8%
31.2 pts better
81.7%
18.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
2.3%
2.3 pts better
1.6%
1.6 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.8%
63.0%
32.8 pts better
79.7%
16.1 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 95.8%

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2024-08-01 · Fire 2024-08-01

14 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)

1 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (1 deficiency)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-08-02 · Fire 2023-08-02

1 health deficiencies

Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)

13 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (6 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2022-06-22 · Fire 2022-06-22

14 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (7 deficiencies)

10 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (5 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-08-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

E13 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

Corrected 2023-09-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

E29 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop a communication plan.

Corrected 2023-09-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2023-09-30

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2023-09-30

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2023-09-18

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2023-09-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

K133 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.

Corrected 2023-08-31

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2023-08-31

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-09-05

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2023-12-06

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2023-09-05

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2023-09-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

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 2023-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

E13 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

Corrected 2022-08-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

E29 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop a communication plan.

Corrected 2022-08-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2022-08-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2022-08-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2022-08-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

K133 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.

Corrected 2022-08-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2022-08-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2022-07-19

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2022-07-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2022-08-15

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-05

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 2025-12-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-05

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-12-05

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-09-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-09-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-01

F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected 2024-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-17

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-02-21

G · Actual harm 2024-01-29

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-29

F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-02-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-02

F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-09-11

G · Actual harm 2023-04-24

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-05-18

G · Actual harm 2023-04-24

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-05-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-24

F565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-05-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-24

F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-05-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-24

F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2023-05-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-24

F659 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-05-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-24

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-05-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-24

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-05-18

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2022-07-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

F640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2022-07-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-22

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2022-07-07

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$10,000 2025-09-11

Fine

Fine · fine $10,000

Fine

Ownership

Black, Terri

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2023-05-01
Black, Terri

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2023-05-01
Kibler, John

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2007-07-01
Lutheran Life Communities

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 1 facilities 2006-03-01

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