nursing home in Dubuque, IA
Mount Carmel Bluffs
1160 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003 · (563) 556-5474
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Mount Carmel Bluffs at a glance
Mount Carmel Bluffs is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Dubuque, Iowa (Dubuque County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Iowa average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 26, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 29% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Presbyterian Homes & Services
- Medicare-certified since
- August 31, 2021
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Dubuque County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165792
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.32 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.18 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.04 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.87 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 29% | 44% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 7.7% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 54.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $19,286 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 54 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 90.2% | 81.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.1% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.5% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 23.2% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 26.6% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 23.3% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.1% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.2% | 4.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 13% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 34% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.7% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.7% | 94% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 69.6% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 62.6% | 84% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 7 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 15, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 15, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| July 9, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 19, 2025 |
| July 9, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 19, 2025 |
| July 9, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 19, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| April 4, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 9, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 9, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 9, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 9, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 3, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRESBYTERIAN HOMES AND SERVICES Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 08/31/2021 |
| SISTERS OF CHARITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 08/31/2021 |
| MANTERNACH, LADONNA Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 25% | 08/01/2022 |
| MIDWESTONE BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| MIDWESTONE BANK Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| FLETCHER, JONATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| MEYER, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2018 |
| PETERSON, HEIDI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| PHS MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/18/2025 |
| RENTZ, SARAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2020 |
| RIES, ANDREA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| LINDH, DANIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2018 |
| MEYER, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2018 |
| STACHE, ALAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2018 |
| FLETCHER, JONATHAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| MEYER, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2018 |
| STACHE, ALAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2018 |
| FLETCHER, JONATHAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| MEYER, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2018 |
| PETERSON, HEIDI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| PHS MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2020 |
| RENTZ, SARAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2020 |
| RIES, ANDREA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mount Carmel Bluffs's rating?
Mount Carmel Bluffs has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Iowa nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Mount Carmel Bluffs receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Mount Carmel Bluffs accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Mount Carmel Bluffs?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Presbyterian Homes & Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Mount Carmel Bluffs and how do I contact it?
Mount Carmel Bluffs is at 1160 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003. Phone: (563) 556-5474.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.