The Vinton Lutheran Home
Vinton, IA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 165552) · 61 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 5
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (319) 472-4751 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Vinton Lutheran Home has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Iowa state average of about 3.07. Its health inspection rating is 1 out of 5, while its staffing rating is 5 out of 5.
The Vinton Lutheran Home reports total nurse staffing of about 4.12 hours per resident per day, including 0.79 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 5 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 40.0%.
CMS reports no federal fines on record for The Vinton Lutheran Home, with $0.00 in total fines and no payment denials. No abuse icon or Special Focus designation is indicated in the CMS data provided.
About this facility
The Vinton Lutheran Home is a non-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Vinton, Iowa (Benton County), certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since November 2005. It is licensed for 61 certified beds and reports an average of 47.6 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 2 out of 5, below the Iowa state average of 3.07. This overall score is composed of four separate CMS ratings: a health inspection rating of 1 out of 5, a quality measure (QM) rating of 3 out of 5, and a staffing rating of 5 out of 5. Families should note these component ratings can diverge significantly and are worth reviewing individually on Care Compare.
Nurse staffing data shows total nurse hours of 4.12 per resident per day, including 0.79 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 40.0%.
On the penalty record, CMS reports zero fines totaling $0.00, and no payment denials — that is, no federal fines on record for this facility. No abuse icon or Special Focus status is indicated in the data provided. There is no chain affiliation noted, and ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
Source: CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Vinton Lutheran Home has an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Iowa state average of about 3.07.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 4.12 hours per resident per day, including 0.79 RN hours per resident per day, with 40.0% nursing turnover and a 5-star staffing rating.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No — CMS records show zero fines, $0.00 in total fines, and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It is certified for 61 beds and reports an average of 47.6 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a non-profit corporation, and no chain affiliation is noted in the data.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since November 5, 2005.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 1 (health inspection), 5 (staffing), and 3 (quality measures), combining to an overall of 2.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify services offered; contact the facility at 3194724751 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 3194724751 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the latest details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/165552?state=IA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.