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Lutheran Life Villages

Nursing HomeFort Wayne, INCMS 155586
27 citations on record

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
4 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
120

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
94

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
27

*CMS

Inspections on file
9

*CMS

Last inspection
2025-10-20

*CMS

Citations

27 citations on record

Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0600Generalpotential for harm

    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

  • 0321Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

  • 0609Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0686Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

  • 0698Generalpotential for harm

    Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

  • 0773Generalpotential for harm

    Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

  • 0291Generalpotential for harm

    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

  • 0300Generalpotential for harm

    Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

  • 0342Generalpotential for harm

    Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.

  • 0345Generalpotential for harm

    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

  • 0372Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  • 0374Generalpotential for harm

    Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

  • 0921Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

  • 0600Generalpotential for harm

    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0684Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0744Generalpotential for harm

    Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

  • 0754Generalpotential for harm

    Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.

  • 0341Generalpotential for harm

    Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

  • 0353Generalno actual harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0355Generalpotential for harm

    Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

  • 0372Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

  • 0920Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

  • 0712Generalno actual harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  • 0695Generalpotential for harm

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Inspection history

Every health inspection on record

Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.

FAQ

Questions and answers

What is Lutheran Life Villages?
Lutheran Life Villages is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Fort Wayne, IN, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 155586.
What is the CMS rating for Lutheran Life Villages?
Lutheran Life Villages has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does Lutheran Life Villages have?
Lutheran Life Villages is certified for 120 beds. It serves an average of 94 residents per day.
How many citations does Lutheran Life Villages have?
Lutheran Life Villages has 27 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was Lutheran Life Villages last inspected?
Lutheran Life Villages was last inspected on October 20, 2025. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.

*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.

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