Living Meadows at Luther - Madelia
503 Benzel Avenue SW, Madelia, MN 56062 · (507) 642-3271
Non profit - Church related · 40 certified beds
Living Meadows at Luther - Madelia has a 4-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in April 2026, found 0 citations (the Minnesota average is 7.1). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $13,627 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. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above 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. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · 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 April 28, 2026 found 0 citations. What an inspection citation means
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 5 citations.
- Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.July 17, 2026 · F0657 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.July 17, 2026 · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.July 17, 2026 · F0692 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.July 17, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.April 25, 2024 · F0760 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $13,627April 25, 2024
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 | Minnesota average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.39 | 4.19 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.68 | 1.06 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.78 | 0.61 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 1.93 | 2.52 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 30% | 42.2% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Church related |
| Certified beds | 40 |
| Average residents per day | 37.1 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
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- Good Samaritan Society - Albert Lea Albert Lea · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- St Johns on Fountain Lake Albert Lea · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Thorne Crest Retirement Center Albert Lea · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine Belle Plaine · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
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