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Nursing homes in Dubuque County, Iowa
There are 12 certified nursing homes in Dubuque County, Iowa, with 933 beds between them.
42% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, about the same share as the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 144 health deficiencies over three cycles, 15.4 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $132K across 6 fines.
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. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Dubuque County | Iowa | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 12 | 387 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 42% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 15.4 | 31.7 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.3 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $132K | $7.5M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Home | Dubuque | 66 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1.5 | — | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Ennoble Nursing and Rehab | Dubuque | 85 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 2.4 | — | 18 Jul 2024 |
| Mercyone Dyersville Senior Care | Dyersville | 40 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 15.0 | — | 7 Nov 2024 |
| Mount Carmel Bluffs | Dubuque | 60 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 11.7 | — | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Stonehill Care Center | Dubuque | 185 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2.2 | — | 7 Aug 2025 |
| Sunnycrest Manor | Dubuque | 77 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 14 | 18.2 | — | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque | Asbury | 80 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 12.5 | — | 18 Sep 2025 |
| Accura Healthcare of Cascade LLCabuse icon | Cascade | 46 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 10.9 | — | 28 May 2026 |
| Dubuque Specialty Care | Dubuque | 84 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 23 | 27.4 | $53K | 30 Jul 2025 |
| Harmony Dubuque | Dubuque | 75 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 28 | 37.3 | $19K | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Grand Meadows Senior Living & Health Care | Asbury | 32 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 20 | 62.5 | $16K | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Luther Manor At Hillcrest | Dubuque | 103 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 23.3 | $42K | 12 Feb 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 15 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 13 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 10 |
| F0865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | 8 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 8 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 7 |
| Non profit | 4 |
| Government | 1 |
Chains present: Accura Healthcare (1), Care Initiatives (1), Tutera Senior Living & Health Care (1), Legacy Healthcare (1), Presbyterian Homes & Services (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Dubuque County, Iowa?
12 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 933 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Dubuque County have the highest CMS ratings?
Bethany Home (5 stars), Ennoble Nursing and Rehab (5 stars), Mercyone Dyersville Senior Care (5 stars)
How do Dubuque County nursing homes compare with Iowa?
42% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 15.4 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.