nursing home in Cape Girardeau, MO
Lutheran Home, the
2825 Bloomfield Road, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 · (573) 335-0158
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Lutheran Home, the at a glance
Lutheran Home, the is a 274-bed non-profit nursing home in Cape Girardeau, Missouri (Cape Girardeau County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Missouri average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 10, 2026) found 4 health citations. The Missouri average is 11.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 34.9% per year (state average 56%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 274
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 11, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cape Girardeau County
- CMS Certification Number
- 265359
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.54 hrs | 3.43 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.64 hrs | 0.46 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.89 hrs | 2.29 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.15 hrs | 3.01 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34.9% | 56% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 47.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 17 | 111.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $37,425 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 274 | 103 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 176 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 64.3% | 72.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.8% | 4.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.4% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.8% | 23.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.9% | 18.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.6% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.9% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.4% | 18.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 29.9% | 25.6% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.6% | 17.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 90.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.5% | 84.1% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89% | 63.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 63.4% | 65.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 10, 2026 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| July 10, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| July 10, 2026 Standard | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0568 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| July 10, 2026 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| July 10, 2026 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| July 10, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| March 28, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 21, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2025 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREEZE, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2012 |
| GOODMAN, CATHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2013 |
| HALE, HAROLD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2012 |
| KASTEN, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2004 |
| MEYR, REX Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/1997 |
| SCHNIEDER, STEVE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/22/2014 |
| BROWN, TERESA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/11/2015 |
| MEYR, REX Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/1997 |
| PAYNE, JACKIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2018 |
| BROWN, TERESA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/11/2015 |
| PAYNE, JACKIE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lutheran Home, the's rating?
Lutheran Home, the has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Missouri nursing homes is 2.5 stars.
How many inspection citations did Lutheran Home, the receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Missouri average of 11.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Lutheran Home, the accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Lutheran Home, the?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Lutheran Home, the and how do I contact it?
Lutheran Home, the is at 2825 Bloomfield Road, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703. Phone: (573) 335-0158.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.