LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Luther Crest Nursing Facility has a Trust Grade of B+, which means it is above average and recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #73 out of 653 facilities in Pennsylvania, placing it in the top half, and is #4 out of 16 in Lehigh County, indicating limited local competition. The facility is improving, with reported issues decreasing from 5 in 2024 to 2 in 2025. However, staffing is a significant concern, receiving only 1 out of 5 stars, with a high turnover rate of 91%, much worse than the state average. On a positive note, the facility has not incurred any fines, which reflects well on its compliance with regulations. Additionally, there is good RN coverage, meaning residents are monitored closely. However, there have been specific incidents of concern, such as staff not accurately completing assessments for residents or failing to implement physician orders for necessary daily care. This suggests that while there are strengths in care quality, there are critical areas that need improvement to ensure consistent and effective resident care.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Pennsylvania
- #73/653
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 91% turnover. Very high, 43 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Pennsylvania facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- RN staffing data not reported for this facility.
- Violations ○ Average
- 8 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
45pts above Pennsylvania avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
43 points above Pennsylvania average of 48%
The Ugly 8 deficiencies on record
Jun 2025
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments were completed to accurately reflect the resident'...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to implement physicians' orders for two of 13 sampled residents. (Resident 29, 36)
Findings include:
Cl...
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Jul 2024
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0676
(Tag F0676)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review and resident and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide services...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, observation, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide treatme...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Transfer Notice
(Tag F0623)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to noti...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0625
(Tag F0625)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to p...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to post accurate daily nurse staffing information.
Findings include:
Observation on July 9, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., 10...
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Jun 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain clinical records tha...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (80/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Pennsylvania.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Pennsylvania facilities.
- • 91% turnover. Very high, 43 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
About This Facility
What is Luther Crest Nursing Facility's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Pennsylvania, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Luther Crest Nursing Facility Staffed?
CMS rates LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 91%, which is 45 percentage points above the Pennsylvania average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 90%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Luther Crest Nursing Facility?
State health inspectors documented 8 deficiencies at LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY during 2023 to 2025. These included: 5 with potential for harm and 3 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Luther Crest Nursing Facility?
LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 60 certified beds and approximately 50 residents (about 83% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in ALLENTOWN, Pennsylvania.
How Does Luther Crest Nursing Facility Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (91%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Luther Crest Nursing Facility?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Luther Crest Nursing Facility Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Luther Crest Nursing Facility Stick Around?
Staff turnover at LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY is high. At 91%, the facility is 45 percentage points above the Pennsylvania average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 90%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Luther Crest Nursing Facility Ever Fined?
LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Luther Crest Nursing Facility on Any Federal Watch List?
LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.