Living Meadows at Luther - Madelia
503 Benzel Avenue Sw · Madelia, MN · 56062 · 5076423271
40 certified beds Non profit - Church related
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.80 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.62 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.60 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $13,627 |
Inspection citations (7 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
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.
Corrected April 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F March 26, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected April 17, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 5, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 10, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 7, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 25, 2024 | Fine | $13,627 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245522 · certified since November 1, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.