Lutheran Center At Poughkeepsie Inc

Nursing Home · Poughkeepsie, NY

CMS overall rating 3/5 For profit - Individual

CMS certification number335810

Contact & location

965 Dutchess Turnpike
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Dutchess County
Phone
(845) 486-9494
ZIP code
12603 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
160
Residents per day
142.1 (89% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Legal name
Lutheran Center at Poughkeepsie INC
Medicare certified since
September 2, 1998
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.0
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.7
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.8
Quality measures★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 3.9
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 5/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
4.06 (state 3.62 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.45 (state 0.71 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
1.25 (state 0.76 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.36 (state 2.15 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.68 (state 3.18 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
31.9 (state 40.3 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
40.0 (state 39.8 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
February 6, 2024
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
13.0 (state 8.0 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
10
Citations on record (3 years)
23 health · 22 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-04-14 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2026-06-13
2026-04-14 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-13
2025-12-26 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2026-02-23
2025-12-26 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-23
2025-12-26 Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
F0835 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-23
2025-01-23 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-18
2025-01-23 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-18
2025-01-23 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-18
2025-01-23 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-18
2024-02-06 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-10
2024-02-06 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-10
2024-02-06 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-10
2024-02-06 Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-10
2024-02-06 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-10
2024-02-06 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-10
2024-02-06 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-10
2024-02-06 Keep all essential equipment working safely.
F0908 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-10
2021-04-16 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-06-16
2021-04-16 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-06-16
2021-04-16 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-06-16
2021-04-16 Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-06-16
2020-02-07 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2020-03-03
2020-02-07 Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
F0623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2020-03-03

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Eisgruber, Johna (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Ludington, Patricia (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Fellegara, Laraine (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Eisgruber, Johna (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE
Fellegara, Laraine (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE
Ludington, Patricia (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Lutheran Center At Poughkeepsie Inc?

Lutheran Center At Poughkeepsie Inc has a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in New York.

How many beds does Lutheran Center At Poughkeepsie Inc have?

It has 160 certified beds and cares for about 142 residents per day.

Has Lutheran Center At Poughkeepsie Inc been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Lutheran Center At Poughkeepsie Inc?

(845) 486-9494. The facility is located at 965 Dutchess Turnpike, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.