Trinity Center at Luther Park
1555 Hull Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316 · (515) 262-5639
Non profit - Corporation · 120 certified beds
Trinity Center at Luther Park has a 1-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in December 2025, found 7 citations, 1 for actual harm or immediate jeopardy (the Iowa average is 6.5). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $162,205 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on December 23, 2025 found 7 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.December 23, 2025 · F0880 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Some
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.December 23, 2025 · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.December 23, 2025 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.December 23, 2025 · F0605 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.December 23, 2025 · F0628 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.December 23, 2025 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.December 23, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 2 citations.
- Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.August 15, 2024 · F0580 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.August 15, 2024 · F0610 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $162,205December 23, 2025
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Iowa average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.83 | 3.82 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.47 | 0.74 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.67 | 0.56 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.69 | 2.52 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 26.3% | 44% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Average residents per day | 113 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | Yes |
Nursing homes nearby
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- Calvin Community Des Moines · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- University Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center Des Moines · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center Des Moines · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
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