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Artman Lutheran Home
250 North Bethlehem Pike, Ambler, PA 19002
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Artman Lutheran Home, in Ambler, Pennsylvania, is certified for 61 beds under non-profit, church related ownership.
CMS gives it 5 of 5 stars overall, above the Pennsylvania median of 3; the health inspection rating is 4, staffing 5 and quality measures 4.
Inspectors recorded 17 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (4, 6, 7 by cycle, most recent first), none at the actual-harm level. That is 27.9 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 22.2.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 5.4 hours per resident per day (1.2 RN), above the Pennsylvania median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 36.8%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Montgomery Co. median | Pennsylvania median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 17 | 20 | 26 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 27.9 | 16.8 | 22.2 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 5.4 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 1.2 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 36.8% | 42.5% | 44.3% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (58 in the county, 656 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Pennsylvania average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 11 May 2026, 23 May 2025.
Severity mix: D ×15 E ×2
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 May 2026 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 11 May 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 11 May 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 11 Dec 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | Past Non-Compliance |
| 23 May 2025 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | E | Standard survey | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0909 | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 23 Aug 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | E | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2024 |
| 23 Aug 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2024 |
| 23 Aug 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2024 |
| 23 Aug 2024 | F0807 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2024 |
| 23 Aug 2024 | F0882 | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2024 |
| 13 Jun 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 13 Jun 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Jul 2024 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Pennsylvania average. Turnover: nursing staff 36.8%, RNs 12.5%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Pennsylvania median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 14.6% | 15.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 2.2% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.5% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 15.0% | 16.1% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 11.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 17.9% | 17.2% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: non-profit, church related.
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Lutheran Services | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2001 |
| Liberty Lutheran Services | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2001 |
| Abington Memorial Hospital | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2014 |
| Baker Tilly Advisory Group LP | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| Bank of America Corp | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/2006 |
| Intelycare Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/21/2022 |
| Liberty Lutheran Services | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2025 |
| Loyal Assistant, Inc. | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| Powerback Rehabilitation LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| Rkl LLP | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| Twomagnets LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Montgomery County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dock Terrace | Lansdale | 72 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0.0 | — | — |
| Dresher Hill Health and Rehabilitation Center | Fort Washington | 118 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4.2 | — | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Elm Terrace Gardens | Lansdale | 72 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5.6 | — | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Frederick Living - Cedarwood | Frederick | 61 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1.6 | — | 26 Oct 2023 |
| Gwynedd Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center | Lansdale | 181 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 15 | 8.3 | $24K | 4 Dec 2025 |
| Health Center At the Hill At Whitemarsh, The | Lafayette Hill | 60 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1.7 | — | 14 Feb 2024 |
| Hrh Transitional Care Unit(A D/B/A Entity of Hrhs) | Meadowbrook | 21 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 14.3 | — | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Lutheran Community At Telford | Telford | 75 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 9.3 | — | 17 Jun 2026 |
All 58 facilities in Montgomery County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Artman Lutheran Home been cited for?
17 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 0 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Pennsylvania median is 26 per facility.
Has Artman Lutheran Home been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Artman Lutheran Home compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 5.4 hours per resident per day against a Pennsylvania median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Artman Lutheran Home?
Ownership type is non-profit, church related. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Liberty Lutheran Services and Liberty Lutheran Services. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Artman Lutheran Home last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 11 May 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 11 May 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.