Nursing home

St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home

1301 Saint Luke Drive, Spencer, IA, 51301

Ownership type: Non profit - Corporation.

CMS overall rating
CMS overall rating: 2 out of 52of 5

At a glance

CMS reports a 2-star overall rating for St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home, with 25 inspection citations on record (2 higher severity). Federal records include $90,076 and 1 payment-denial record in the current dataset.
CMS overall
2
of 5
Health inspection
1
of 5
Staffing
5
of 5
Quality measures
4
of 5
Certified beds
79
CMS-reported

CMS rating profile

The four CMS ratings on one aligned scale, with county and state averages for context.

Rating profile

How this facility's overall rating relates to its three CMS component ratings.

Overall2 of 5
Health inspection1 of 5
Staffing5 of 5
Quality measures4 of 5

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Comparative context

This facility's CMS overall rating next to its county and state averages.

This facility 2
15
Clay Co. avg 1.5Iowa avg 3.13This facility
This facility: 2 of 5. Clay Co. avg: 1.5. Iowa avg: 3.13.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
Averages are calculated from CMS records included in this dataset and exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A neutral reference point, not a CMS rating or a pass/fail line.

Inspections and citations

Health-inspection citations CMS reports for this facility. Individual records are in the technical appendix.

Citation profile

How many citations CMS reports, how severe, and when they occurred.

25
Citations on record
2
Higher severity (G–L)
10
From complaints
0
Infection control
Citations by inspection year
52023
112024
92025
Higher severity Standard

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
Severity uses the CMS scope-and-severity letter (G–L count as higher severity). Counts are CMS-reported inspection findings, not a judgment about current conditions.

Federal records

Federal fines (CMPs) and payment-denial records CMS reports in the recent reporting period. These are distinct record types and are never merged.

Federal fines (CMP)

Fine records over time, sized by amount.

2 records · $90,076 total · Aug 22, 2024–Sep 4, 2025
  1. Sep 4, 2025$81,679
  2. Aug 22, 2024$8,397

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Payment denials

Payment-denial records over time, sized by duration.

1 record · 21 days total · Aug 22, 2024
  1. Aug 22, 202421 days

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
CMS may deny Medicare/Medicaid payment for new admissions. This is a distinct record type from a civil monetary fine. Confirm current status on CMS Care Compare.

Staffing and care

Selected CMS care indicators for long-stay residents, with a typical level for context. The CMS staffing star rating appears in the rating profile above.

Selected care measures

How this facility's reported care indicators sit against a typical level.

3 of 3 care measures reported by CMS
On antipsychotic medication(lower is better)17.58%

Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication.

With new/worsened pressure ulcers(lower is better)5.69%

Long-stay residents with new or worsened pressure ulcers.

Falls with major injury(lower is better)1.5%

Long-stay residents with one or more falls with major injury.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
The tick marks a typical level for context and is calculated from CMS records included in this dataset — not a CMS rating. Per-shift staffing hours are not part of this dataset. Missing values are shown as “Not reported”, never as zero.

Ownership

Facilities and agencies grouped by CMS-reported ownership fields. A company appearing here does not by itself mean it controlled day-to-day care or did anything wrong.

Owner / organizationRole
Clausen, JerryCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Halverson, GaryCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Hoye, DavidCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Kading, DougCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Koenecke, MikeCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Kruse, JaneCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Mechler, DeborahCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Mills, NancyCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Nelson, KenCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Pingel, DeanCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Schmidt, SandiCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Kruse, JaneCORPORATE OFFICER
Mechler, DeborahCORPORATE OFFICER
Schmidt, SandiCORPORATE OFFICER
Chindlund, KatieOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Hughes, MaryOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Hunziker, KennethOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Klein, AmandaOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Mills, NancyOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Nelson, KenOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Stein, DeanOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Bcg Holdings IncADP OF THE SNF
Brighton Consulting Group LLCADP OF THE SNF
Cattail Bcg LLCADP OF THE SNF
Cattail IncADP OF THE SNF
E C S I IncADP OF THE SNF
Gcs Tech IncADP OF THE SNF
Iowa Health Care AssociationADP OF THE SNF
Millennium Rehab & Consulting IncADP OF THE SNF
Thrifty Drug Stores IncADP OF THE SNF
Winther Stave & Co LLPADP OF THE SNF
Hunziker, KennethADP OF THE SNF
Jacobsen, JennaADP OF THE SNF
Nelson, KenADP OF THE SNF

Nearby facilities

Other CMS-certified nursing homes near Clay County.

1301 Saint Luke Drive, Spencer
Clay County · IA · 51301
79 certified beds43.1244, -95.1280

Verify the current location and license with official sources.

FacilityLocationOverallHealthStaffingCMS abuse iconFederal penalties
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center
CCN 165006
Des Moines, IA444Not shown$44,814
Harmony Cedar Rapids
CCN 165017
Cedar Rapids, IA112Not shown$61,400
Chautauqua Guest Home #2
CCN 165019
Charles City, IA545Not shown$0
Oaknoll Retirement Residence
CCN 165030
Iowa City, IA555Not shown$0
Harmony Davenport
CCN 165033
Davenport, IA223Not shown$30,186
Harmony Waterloo
CCN 165034
Waterloo, IA113Shown$146,830

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Frequently asked questions

What is St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home's CMS rating?

St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home has a 2-star CMS overall rating (out of 5) in the current dataset, with CMS component ratings of 1 for health inspections, 5 for staffing, and 4 for quality measures. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about current conditions.

Where is St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home located?

St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home is located at 1301 Saint Luke Drive, Spencer, IA, 51301 in Clay County, and CMS lists 79 certified beds.

Does St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home have federal penalties or payment denials on record?

The CMS data includes $90,076 in federal fine amounts and 1 payment-denial record for St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home over roughly the past three years. These are CMS-reported records; see CMS Care Compare for the details and context.

How does St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home's rating compare to nearby facilities?

St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home's CMS overall rating is 2 of 5. For comparison, the average CMS overall rating is 1.5 across 2 facilities in Clay County, and 3.13 across Iowa. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated, and a star rating is a CMS summary, not a judgment about any individual facility.

How can I verify St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home's current information?

SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home's current ratings, inspection reports, and license status on the official CMS Care Compare site and with your state survey agency.

Technical appendix

Record identifiers

CMS provider number (CCN)
165484
Ownership type
Non profit - Corporation
Certified beds
79
Data snapshot
2026-07-17
All 25 citation records
DateCMS tagSeverityTypeCMS deficiency statusCorrection date
Sep 4, 20250604DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Sep 4, 20250628DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Sep 4, 20250641DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Sep 4, 20250880DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Sep 4, 20250943EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Sep 4, 20250550EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Sep 4, 20250583DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Sep 4, 20250609DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Sep 4, 20250689JComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Aug 22, 20240550DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 12, 2024
Aug 22, 20240578EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 12, 2024
Aug 22, 20240657DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 12, 2024
Aug 22, 20240686DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 12, 2024
Aug 22, 20240695EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 12, 2024
Aug 22, 20240880EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 12, 2024
Aug 22, 20240689JComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 5, 2024
Apr 25, 20240609DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 25, 2024
Apr 25, 20240610DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 25, 2024
Apr 25, 20240725EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 25, 2024
Apr 25, 20240812EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 25, 2024
Aug 17, 20230658DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2023
Aug 17, 20230690DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2023
Aug 17, 20230725DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2023
Aug 17, 20230804DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2023
May 10, 20230689DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 28, 2023

How to verify this data

  • The current CMS profile on Medicare’s Care Compare
  • Your state survey agency’s latest inspection reports
  • Any recent complaint investigations
  • Current ownership and license status

SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Ratings and records are CMS-reported summaries of past data, not a judgment about current conditions. See methodology.

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