Davenport Lutheran Home
1130 W 53rd Street · Davenport, IA · 52806 · 5633915342
98 certified beds Non profit - Church related Part of a CCRC
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.46 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.53 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.71 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 33% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $43,310 |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 1, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 11, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 1, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected January 1, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 1, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
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.
Corrected November 26, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 31, 2024
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.
Corrected November 26, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 31, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected November 26, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 26, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 26, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 26, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G July 27, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G July 27, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 27, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 27, 2023
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.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 27, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 27, 2023
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 27, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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No harm found · C July 27, 2023
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 30, 2024 | Fine | $16,913 |
| July 27, 2023 | Fine | $26,397 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165510 · certified since September 1, 2004. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.