Salem Lutheran Home is a 1-star (much below average) rated 64-bed nursing home in Elk Horn, Iowa. It has 9 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated March 2026

salem lutheran home

2027 College Avenue · Elk Horn, IA 51531
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Overall Rating
Health Inspections
2 / 5
Staffing
1 / 5
Quality Measures
2 / 5
Trend
stable
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
N/A
Total Nurse Hours/Day
N/A
RN Turnover
84.6%
Total Staff Turnover
64.9%
Facility Info
Beds
64
Avg. Residents/Day
57
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
9
Complaint Deficiencies
4
Total Fines
$25,448
Number of Penalties
1

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
June 2023 Fine $25,448

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for Salem Lutheran Home?
Salem Lutheran Home has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars (Much Below Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has Salem Lutheran Home been fined or penalized?
Yes, Salem Lutheran Home has 1 penalty record(s) on file totaling $25,448.
How many deficiencies does Salem Lutheran Home have?
Salem Lutheran Home has 9 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does Salem Lutheran Home accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Salem Lutheran Home accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does Salem Lutheran Home compare to other nursing homes in Elk Horn?
Visit our Elk Horn, Iowa nursing homes page to see how Salem Lutheran Home ranks against other facilities in the area.