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HomeIowaDenver Sunset Home

Denver Sunset Home

235 North Mill Street, Denver, IA 506223199845372WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.5on Google(2 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
31
certified

How Denver Sunset Home Compares in Iowa

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Iowa. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
IA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
IA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
IA average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.97 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.76 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
40.0%
IA average
44.1%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Iowa average of 3.1/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Iowa average of 2.8/5.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 27, 2025
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 26, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 2 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,148/mo
Iowa median
Private Room
$8,091/mo
Iowa median
Bremer County 65+
4,862
19.4% of county
County Population
25,012
Bremer County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Denver Sunset Home is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Denver, Iowa with 31 certified beds. It has been operating since 2011. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
31
Avg Residents/Day
25.8
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jun 1, 2011
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
None
County
Bremer
Last Inspection
Mar 26, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
8.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (9)

F0552Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Survey: Mar 26, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Mar 26, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0655Potential for Harm

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Survey: Mar 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0582Minimal Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Mar 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0625Minimal Harm

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Survey: Mar 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Minimal Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Mar 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: May 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: May 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0625Minimal Harm

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Survey: May 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.56 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.65 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.76 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.97 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.63 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
40.0%
RN Turnover
57.1%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (24)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BAIRD, SHEILACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 1, 2023
BAIRD, WAYNECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 1, 2023
KIPP, LYNNECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
THURM, DENNISCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 1, 2018
WITTENBURG, LINDACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 1, 2023
DANIELSEN, JOANNECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 1, 1985
ROGERS, PEGGYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 1, 1998
STUMME, LAWRENCECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 1, 1980
BOYNTON, BLAIROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 14, 2019
GLEASON, MARYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 14, 1989
HALL, DANNYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 16, 2016
HEINS, LISAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 26, 2017
KOBLISKA, MARYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 12, 2009
RAMESH, PRADEEPOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 1, 2023
SMITH, KELLEYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 16, 1997
BRIGHTON CONSULTING GROUP LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2024
FOX REHAB OT IA LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJun 30, 2024
FOX REHAB PT IA PLLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJun 30, 2024
FOX REHAB SLP IA PLLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJun 30, 2024
KEITH D OLTROGGE CPA PCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 15, 2020
RYKA INCORPORATEDADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AMar 1, 2024
SAUKE CONSULTING LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 31, 2023
BOYNTON, BLAIRADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 31, 2025
RAMESH, PRADEEPADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 31, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Denver Sunset Home and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Denver Sunset Home
Denver, IACurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Pillar of Cedar Valley
Waterloo, IA7.3 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Woodland Terrace
Waverly, IA8.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Tripoli Nursing & Rehab
Tripoli, IA9.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Northcrest Specialty Care
Waterloo, IA11.0 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Martin Health Center, INC
Cedar Falls, IA11.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Cedar Falls Health Care Center
Cedar Falls, IA11.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Denver Sunset Home
Denver, IA · Current facility
—4/54/54/5None recorded
Pillar of Cedar Valley
Waterloo, IA
7.3 mi1/52/53/5None recorded
Woodland Terrace
Waverly, IA
8.9 mi5/53/55/5None recorded
Tripoli Nursing & Rehab
Tripoli, IA
9.7 mi2/53/54/5None recorded
Northcrest Specialty Care
Waterloo, IA
11.0 mi2/52/54/5None recorded
Martin Health Center, INC
Cedar Falls, IA
11.4 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Cedar Falls Health Care Center
Cedar Falls, IA
11.9 mi2/52/54/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Denver Sunset Home?▾
Denver Sunset Home has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Denver Sunset Home cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Iowa is $7,148/month for a semi-private room and $8,091/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Denver Sunset Home participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Denver Sunset Home had any health inspection violations?▾
Denver Sunset Home had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 26, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Denver Sunset Home?▾
Denver Sunset Home provides 3.97 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.76 RN hours, 0.65 LPN hours, and 2.56 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 40.0%.
How many beds does Denver Sunset Home have?▾
Denver Sunset Home has 31 certified beds with an average of 25.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 83% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Denver Sunset Home?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Denver Sunset Home?▾
On Google Maps, Denver Sunset Home has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 2 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.