CMS data snapshot: July 2026
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.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.
St Lukes Lutheran Care Center is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Blue Earth, Minnesota with 64 certified beds. It has been operating since 1986. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAKER, BARBARA | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2021 |
| CLARK, JUDITH | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Apr 1, 2018 |
| DIKKEN, JACQUELYNE | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2016 |
| DREVER, SCOTT | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2025 |
| ECKHARDT, JEAN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2025 |
| ERICHSRUD, MARY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2019 |
| HANSON, KATIE | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2024 |
| HANSON, ROBERT | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2015 |
| HILPIPRE, MAVIS | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2025 |
| HUISMAN, JOHN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2017 |
| KIIHN, AUDREY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2018 |
| MATTSON, GLORIA | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| SATRE, CORDELL | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Sep 1, 2016 |
| ZABEL, JANET | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2025 |
| BRANDT, MARGARET | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Mar 17, 2012 |
| BRANDT, MARGARET | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Mar 17, 2012 |
| JOHNSON, AARON | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Aug 3, 2020 |
| BRANDT, MARGARET | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Aug 14, 2025 |
| JOHNSON, AARON | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Aug 25, 2025 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for St Lukes Lutheran Care Center and nearby alternatives.
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