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Lakeside Lutheran Home

Nursing HomeEmmetsburg, IACMS 165492
71 citations on record

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
2 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
55

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
39.5

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
71

*CMS

Inspections on file
9

*CMS

Last inspection
2026-02-26

*CMS

Citations

71 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.

  • 0641Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

  • 0918Generalpotential for harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  • 0914Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

  • 0712Generalpotential for harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  • 0324Generalpotential for harm

    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  • 0605Generalpotential for harm

    Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

  • 0561Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0580Generalpotential for harm

    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

  • 0609Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0610Generalpotential for harm

    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

  • 0607Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

  • 0757Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

  • 0760Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

  • 0851Generalpotential for harm

    Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

  • 0600Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0609Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0610Generalpotential for harm

    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

  • 0689Seriousactual harm

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

  • 0009Generalpotential for harm

    Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.

  • 0024Generalpotential for harm

    Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

  • 0030Generalpotential for harm

    List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

  • 0039Generalpotential for harm

    Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

  • 0200Generalpotential for harm

    Meet other general requirements.

  • 0222Generalpotential for harm

    Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

  • 0291Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 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.

  • 0324Generalpotential for harm

    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  • 0331Generalpotential for harm

    Construct fire resistant interior walls.

  • 0345Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0363Generalpotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  • 0372Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0711Generalpotential for harm

    Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

  • 0712Generalpotential for harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0914Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

  • 0918Generalpotential for harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  • 0920Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

  • 0921Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

  • 0918Generalpotential for harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  • 0007Generalpotential for harm

    Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

  • 0039Generalpotential for harm

    Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

  • 0291Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 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.

  • 0331Generalpotential for harm

    Construct fire resistant interior walls.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0690Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

  • 0759Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

  • 0909Generalpotential for harm

    Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

  • 0760Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

  • 0712Generalpotential for harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  • 0751Generalpotential for harm

    Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0914Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

  • 0921Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

  • 0354Generalpotential for harm

    Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

  • 0355Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0363Generalpotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  • 0578Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

  • 0580Generalpotential for harm

    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

  • 0656Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0567Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

  • 0658Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

  • 0584Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

  • 0355Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0511Generalpotential for harm

    Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

  • 0914Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

  • 0918Generalpotential for harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  • 0725Generalpotential for harm

    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

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

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 Lakeside Lutheran Home?
Lakeside Lutheran Home is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Emmetsburg, IA, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 165492.
What is the CMS rating for Lakeside Lutheran Home?
Lakeside Lutheran Home has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does Lakeside Lutheran Home have?
Lakeside Lutheran Home is certified for 55 beds. It serves an average of 39.5 residents per day.
How many citations does Lakeside Lutheran Home have?
Lakeside Lutheran Home has 71 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was Lakeside Lutheran Home last inspected?
Lakeside Lutheran Home was last inspected on February 26, 2026. 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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