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HomeIowaMount Carmel Bluffs

Mount Carmel Bluffs

1160 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 520035635565474WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.6on Google(5 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
60
certified

How Mount Carmel Bluffs 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
5/5
IA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
IA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
IA average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.32 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.18 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
29.0%
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 5/5 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.
Reported nursing time is 4.32 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.81.
Reported RN time is 1.18 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.74.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 20, 2025
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 26, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 4 more 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
Dubuque County 65+
18,228
18.4% of county
County Population
98,812
Dubuque County

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

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Mount Carmel Bluffs is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Dubuque, Iowa with 60 certified beds. It has been operating since 2021. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
60
Avg Residents/Day
54.1
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 31, 2021
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Dubuque
Last Inspection
Feb 26, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
15.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (7)

F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: Feb 26, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jul 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Jul 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Jul 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Apr 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0803Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Apr 4, 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 Aide3.04 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.10 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.18 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.32 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.87 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.26 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
29.0%
RN Turnover
7.7%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (23)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
PRESBYTERIAN HOMES AND SERVICES5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization50%Aug 31, 2021
SISTERS OF CHARITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization50%Aug 31, 2021
MANTERNACH, LADONNA5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual25%Aug 1, 2022
MIDWESTONE BANK5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2019
MIDWESTONE BANK5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2019
LINDH, DANIELCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 7, 2018
MEYER, MARKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 7, 2018
STACHE, ALANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 7, 2018
FLETCHER, JONATHANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2025
MEYER, MARKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 7, 2018
STACHE, ALANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 7, 2018
PHS MANAGEMENT, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AOct 15, 2020
FLETCHER, JONATHANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2025
MEYER, MARKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 7, 2018
PETERSON, HEIDIOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
RENTZ, SARAHOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 15, 2020
RIES, ANDREAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2022
PHS MANAGEMENT, LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ANov 18, 2025
FLETCHER, JONATHANADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2025
MEYER, MARKADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ASep 7, 2018
PETERSON, HEIDIADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
RENTZ, SARAHADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 15, 2020
RIES, ANDREAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 1, 2022

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Mount Carmel Bluffs and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Mount Carmel Bluffs
Dubuque, IACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Harmony Dubuque
Dubuque, IA1.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $19,371
Bethany Home
Dubuque, IA3.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Luther Manor at Hillcrest
Dubuque, IA3.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $42,406
Ennoble Nursing and Rehab
Dubuque, IA3.8 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Dubuque Specialty Care
Dubuque, IA3.8 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $53,372
Sunnycrest Manor
Dubuque, IA3.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Mount Carmel Bluffs
Dubuque, IA · Current facility
—5/54/55/5None recorded
Harmony Dubuque
Dubuque, IA
1.6 mi2/52/52/5$19,371
Bethany Home
Dubuque, IA
3.0 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Luther Manor at Hillcrest
Dubuque, IA
3.7 mi1/51/54/5$42,406
Ennoble Nursing and Rehab
Dubuque, IA
3.8 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Dubuque Specialty Care
Dubuque, IA
3.8 mi2/52/53/5$53,372
Sunnycrest Manor
Dubuque, IA
3.9 mi4/54/54/5None 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 Mount Carmel Bluffs?▾
Mount Carmel Bluffs has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Mount Carmel Bluffs 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). Mount Carmel Bluffs participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Mount Carmel Bluffs had any health inspection violations?▾
Mount Carmel Bluffs had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Feb 26, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Mount Carmel Bluffs?▾
Mount Carmel Bluffs provides 4.32 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.18 RN hours, 0.10 LPN hours, and 3.04 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 29.0%.
How many beds does Mount Carmel Bluffs have?▾
Mount Carmel Bluffs has 60 certified beds with an average of 54.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Presbyterian Homes & Services chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Mount Carmel Bluffs?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa, including 6 in Dubuque. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Mount Carmel Bluffs?▾
On Google Maps, Mount Carmel Bluffs has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 5 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Presbyterian Homes & Services

This chain operates 21 facilities. View all →