St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
711 West 11th Street · Spencer, IA 51301 · 82 certified beds
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Spencer Post Acute Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Spencer, Iowa, in Clay County. Public records list 82 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to The Ensign Group. We hold 45 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 30 March 2026. CMS also lists 3 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.38 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
32
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
32
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
32
Records from July 2023 to March 2026.
March 30, 2026 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-30 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0883Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0760Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0698Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0567Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0567 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0693Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · E
Citation F0628Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0605Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0605 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 14, 2025 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0725Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0725 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0688Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $24,706
May 20, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-79434CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $14,433 against this nursing home on 2024-05-20 (Fine ID: 79434). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
October 30, 2023 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2023-11-24CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2023-11-24, lasting 7 days (triggered by inspection on 2023-10-30). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
October 30, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-79169CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $10,273 against this nursing home on 2023-10-30 (Fine ID: 79169). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.38 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (3 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2026-07-01. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: The Ensign Group
Chain ID 507 · 342 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: The Ensign Group INC
chain · PAC 3476460494
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Nursing Homes
Median · IA$9,277/moIowa publishes what its Medicaid program pays a nursing facility per resident per day. It is not a private-pay price and it is not what a family is billed. It is useful because it shows what the state considers the cost of a day of nursing-home care.
Median facility daily rate
$307.06per day
That works out to about $9,335 a month at 30.4 days. The monthly figure is our arithmetic, not a number the state published.
Median we calculated from the state's own facility rate file. Period: January 1, 2026. Calculated across 381 facilities in the state's rate file.
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