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The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine

611 West Main Street, Belle Plaine, MN 56011 · Scott County

The Lutheran Home Belle Plaine offers memory care, transitional care, rehabilitative care, and skilled nursing. Explore the Belle Plaine community.

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Strong

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 90% full (54 of 60 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Belle Plaine

The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Belle Plaine, MN, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 54 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.82 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.97 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 34.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.82 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Belle Plaine for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 60
Avg. residents/day: 54
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 245590

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$12,280–$16,450/mo (median $13,940)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Minneapolis prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.82; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.97; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 34.7%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 9
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-04-30
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-30Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-11-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-07-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

2025-04-30Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-04-30Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

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

2025-04-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

2025-04-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-04-30Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

611 West Main Street, Belle Plaine, MN

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine

How much does The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine cost?

The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Belle Plaine, MN area typically runs $12,280–$16,450 per month (median $13,940, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine?

Staff provide about 4.82 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 34.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine?

The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine have availability?

Typically 90% full (54 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine offer?

The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine in Belle Plaine, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 60 beds.

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