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HomeMinnesotaLiving Meadows At Luther - Madelia

Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia

503 Benzel Avenue Sw, Madelia, MN 560625076423271WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(29 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
40
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $13,627

How Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia Compares in Minnesota

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Minnesota. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
MN average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
MN average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
MN average
4.2/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.39 hrs/day
MN average
4.19 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.68 hrs/day
MN average
1.06 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
30.0%
MN average
42.2%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Minnesota average of 3.2/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Minnesota average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.39 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 4.19.
Reported RN time is 0.68 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 1.06.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 26, 2025
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 28, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 6 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,019/mo
Minnesota median
Private Room
$13,109/mo
Minnesota median
Watonwan County 65+
2,277
20.3% of county
County Population
11,205
Watonwan County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Madelia, Minnesota with 40 certified beds. It has been operating since 1987. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
40
Avg Residents/Day
37.1
Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 1, 1987
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Watonwan
Last Inspection
Apr 28, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
13.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (6)

F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0688Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0760Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Apr 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 25, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Sep 25, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$13,627
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineApr 25, 2024
$13,627

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.93 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.78 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.68 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.39 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.19 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
30.0%
RN Turnover
50.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Church related
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (7)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
PASSEL, LARRYW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 6, 2020
GOODBURN, BETHCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 28, 2017
OLSON, CHARLESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 28, 2017
SWENSON, DENNISCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 26, 2013
FEDER, MARYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 26, 2013
HANSON, CALVINCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 28, 2012
JACOBS, COLLEENCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 25, 2014

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia and nearby alternatives.

All Minnesota facilities
Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia
Madelia, MNCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $13,627
Good Samaritan Society - St James
St James, MN11.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Truman Senior Living
Truman, MN14.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Oak Hills Living Center
New Ulm, MN18.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $30,026
Hillcrest Care & Rehabilitation Center
Mankato, MN20.0 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $17,345
Pathstone Living
Mankato, MN21.0 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $120,546
Laurels Peak Care & Rehabilitation Center
Mankato, MN21.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia
Madelia, MN · Current facility
—4/54/54/5$13,627
Good Samaritan Society - St James
St James, MN
11.6 mi4/53/55/5None recorded
Truman Senior Living
Truman, MN
14.9 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Oak Hills Living Center
New Ulm, MN
18.9 mi4/53/55/5$30,026
Hillcrest Care & Rehabilitation Center
Mankato, MN
20.0 mi2/52/53/5$17,345
Pathstone Living
Mankato, MN
21.0 mi2/51/55/5$120,546
Laurels Peak Care & Rehabilitation Center
Mankato, MN
21.6 mi3/52/55/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia?▾
Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Minnesota is $11,019/month for a semi-private room and $13,109/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia had any health inspection violations?▾
Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 28, 2026). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $13,627.
What are the staffing levels at Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia?▾
Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia provides 3.39 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.68 RN hours, 0.78 LPN hours, and 1.93 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 30.0%.
How many beds does Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia have?▾
Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia has 40 certified beds with an average of 37.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 93% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Church related owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Minnesota. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia?▾
On Google Maps, Living Meadows At Luther - Madelia has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 29 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.