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HomeIowaPrairie Gate

Prairie Gate

16 Valley View Drive, Council Bluffs, IA 515037123526600WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(11 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
72
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $27,630

How Prairie Gate 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
2/5
IA average
3.1/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
IA average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
4/5
IA average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.21 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.16 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
47.5%
IA average
44.1%
Higher than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the Iowa average of 3.1/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Iowa average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.21 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.81.
Reported RN time is 1.16 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
16
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 15, 2024
Most recent cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 9, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 11 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
Pottawattamie County 65+
16,842
18.0% of county
County Population
93,543
Pottawattamie County

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

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Prairie Gate is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Council Bluffs, Iowa with 72 certified beds. It has been operating since 2020. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
72
Avg Residents/Day
34.7
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 30, 2020
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Pottawattamie
Last Inspection
Jul 9, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5
Weighted Score
57.8
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (23)

F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Oct 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

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

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

Survey: Oct 9, 2025Corrected: 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
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: Aug 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0732Potential for Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Aug 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Aug 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Aug 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0760Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0839Potential for Harm

Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0686Actual Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Feb 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Feb 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Feb 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 14, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0813Potential for Harm

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Survey: Sep 14, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$27,630
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineJun 5, 2024
$27,630
Payment DenialFeb 29, 2024
7 days denied

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

Nurse Aide2.78 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.27 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.16 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.21 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.79 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
47.5%
RN Turnover
58.3%
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 (19)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AAug 1, 2018
US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AAug 1, 2018
FLETCHER, JONATHANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2025
PEDERSON, MARKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
PETERSON, HEIDICORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
FLETCHER, JONATHANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2025
PHS MANAGEMENT, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ANov 11, 2019
PRESBYTERIAN HOMES HOUSING AND ASSISTED LIVING, INC.OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 5, 2018
EDDY, BENJAMINOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2023
FLETCHER, JONATHANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2025
KAKISH, EYADOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 1, 2023
MEYER, MARKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 5, 2018
PETERSON, HEIDIOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
PHS MANAGEMENT, LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 29, 2025
EDDY, BENJAMINADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 1, 2023
FLETCHER, JONATHANADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2025
KAKISH, EYADADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 1, 2023
MEYER, MARKADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 5, 2018
PETERSON, HEIDIADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Prairie Gate and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Prairie Gate
Council Bluffs, IACurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $27,630
Bethany Lutheran Home
Council Bluffs, IA4,224 ft
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $46,914
North Crest Living Center
Council Bluffs, IA1.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Chapters Living of Council Bluffs
Council Bluffs, IA1.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $163,800
Midlands Living Center L L C
Council Bluffs, IA2.3 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Glen Haven Village
Glenwood, IA15.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $35,913
Azria Health Longview
Missouri Valley, IA21.9 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Prairie Gate
Council Bluffs, IA · Current facility
—2/52/54/5$27,630
Bethany Lutheran Home
Council Bluffs, IA
4,224 ft1/51/54/5$46,914
North Crest Living Center
Council Bluffs, IA
1.6 mi1/51/54/5None recorded
Chapters Living of Council Bluffs
Council Bluffs, IA
1.6 mi1/51/54/5$163,800
Midlands Living Center L L C
Council Bluffs, IA
2.3 mi4/53/54/5None recorded
Glen Haven Village
Glenwood, IA
15.3 mi3/52/55/5$35,913
Azria Health Longview
Missouri Valley, IA
21.9 mi1/51/53/5None 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 Prairie Gate?▾
Prairie Gate has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Prairie Gate 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). Prairie Gate participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Prairie Gate had any health inspection violations?▾
Prairie Gate had 5 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 9, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $27,630.
What are the staffing levels at Prairie Gate?▾
Prairie Gate provides 4.21 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.16 RN hours, 0.27 LPN hours, and 2.78 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 47.5%.
How many beds does Prairie Gate have?▾
Prairie Gate has 72 certified beds with an average of 34.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 48% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Presbyterian Homes & Services chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Prairie Gate?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa, including 4 in Council Bluffs. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Prairie Gate?▾
On Google Maps, Prairie Gate has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 11 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

Part of Presbyterian Homes & Services

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