Mount Carmel Bluffs - 5-Star Rated Nursing Home in Dubuque, IA (2026)

Last Updated: October 2026

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Composite Quality Score

Comprehensive rating based on CMS data, staffing, quality measures, and compliance

Grade

Score

CMS Ratings

18.9/22

Staffing Quality

16.8/20

Quality Measures

0.0/22

Compliance

18.0/18

Safety

13.0/13

Availability

6.0/10

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Current Availability Estimate

Occupancy Rate90.2%

Total Beds

Occupied

Available

Basic Information

Address:

1160 Carmel Drive

Dubuque, IA 52003

Phone:

(563)556-5474

Ownership Type:

For-Profit

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Number of Beds:

Estimated Occupancy:

90% (~6 available)

Chain:

PRESBYTERIAN HOMES & SERVICES

Quality Ratings

Overall Rating:5/5 Stars

Health Inspection:4/5 Stars

Staffing Rating:5/5 Stars

Quality Measures:2/5 Stars

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Safety Information

Abuse Issues:No Issues Reported

Special Focus:Not Under Special Focus

Additional Information

CMS Certification Number:

165792

Provider Type:

Medicare and Medicaid

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Staffing Metrics

Higher staffing hours generally indicate better care quality. Lower turnover indicates more experienced, stable staff.

Registered Nurse (RN) Hours

Per resident per day

Above Average

This Facility

1.18

hours

National Avg

0.64

hours

Total Nursing Staff Hours

RN + LPN + Nurse Aides per resident per day

Above Average

This Facility

4.32

hours

National Avg

3.89

hours

Breakdown:

RN: 1.18hLPN: 0.10hAide: 3.04h

Staff Turnover Rate

Annual nursing staff turnover

Below Average

This Facility

29.0%

National Avg

46.6%

RN Turnover: 7.7%

Understanding Staffing Metrics

Staffing hours: Higher hours generally mean more staff attention per resident. Federal minimum is 3.5 total hours per resident per day, but quality facilities often exceed 4+ hours.

Turnover: High turnover (>50%) can indicate staffing issues and affect care continuity. Lower turnover means more experienced staff familiar with residents' needs.

Learn why staffing levels are the #1 quality indicator →

Detailed Quality Measures

Medicare Claims Quality Measures

Based on Medicare claims data showing rehospitalization and emergency department visit rates.

Rehospitalization

46.1%

Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission

Observed:33.3%

Expected:17.2%

ED Visits (Outpatient)

11.7%

Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit

Observed:9.5%

Expected:9.1%

551

2.0%

Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days

Observed:1.3%

Expected:1.2%

552

2.4%

Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days

Observed:1.7%

Expected:1.1%

Long-Stay Resident Quality Measures

Based on resident assessments for individuals staying 100+ days. Lower percentages are generally better.

ADL Decline

26.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

ADL Decline

26.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

ADL Decline

16.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

21.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

ADL Decline

16.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

26.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

ADL Decline

26.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

ADL Decline

16.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

16.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

21.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

ADL Decline

17.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

ADL Decline

26.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

ADL Decline

17.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

ADL Decline

26.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Self-Report Pain

1.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

1.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

1.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Self-Report Pain

1.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Self-Report Pain

0.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

2.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Antipsychotic Use

5.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

2.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Antipsychotic Use

6.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

6.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

6.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Antipsychotic Use

6.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Antipsychotic Use

6.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Antipsychotic Use

5.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

5.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

6.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

6.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Antipsychotic Use

6.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

2.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Falls with Injury

6.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Falls with Injury

3.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

3.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

3.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

3.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

4.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Falls with Injury

4.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Falls with Injury

5.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Falls with Injury

5.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Falls with Injury

6.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Falls with Injury

6.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Falls with Injury

6.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Falls with Injury

6.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Falls with Injury

6.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Functional Improvement

23.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Functional Improvement

24.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Functional Improvement

24.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Functional Improvement

23.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Functional Improvement

23.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Functional Improvement

23.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

17.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

18.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Short Stay ADL Improvement

17.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Short Stay ADL Improvement

19.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short Stay ADL Improvement

17.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

19.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short Stay ADL Improvement

17.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

19.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short Stay ADL Improvement

17.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

23.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

23.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

23.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

17.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Short Stay ADL Improvement

18.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

479

2.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

479

2.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

479

2.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

2.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

479

3.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

479

2.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

3.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

479

3.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

479

2.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

2.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

479

1.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

479

1.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

479

2.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

1.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

481

23.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

481

21.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

481

23.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

481

21.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

481

21.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

481

23.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

481

21.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

481

21.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short-Stay Resident Quality Measures

Based on resident assessments for individuals staying less than 100 days (typically post-hospital rehabilitation).

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

434

0.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

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Quality Trends Over Time

Deficiencies by Severity Level

Track how health inspection findings have changed over time. Lower numbers indicate improvement.

How to read these charts: Trends show patterns over time. An upward trend in deficiencies may indicate declining quality. A positive trend suggests the facility is improving its care standards.

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Health Inspections & Deficiencies

Total Deficiencies

Inspections

Apr 4, 2024 - Health Survey

6 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0658

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

Corrected: May 3, 2024

Medium - PatternTag F0803

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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.

Corrected: May 3, 2024

Medium - PatternTag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

Corrected: May 3, 2024

Medium - PatternTag F0658

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

Corrected: May 3, 2024

Medium - PatternTag F0803

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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.

Corrected: May 3, 2024

Medium - PatternTag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

Corrected: May 3, 2024

Understanding Deficiencies

Deficiencies are violations of federal health and safety standards identified during CMS inspections. They are categorized by scope (isolated, pattern, or widespread) and severity (potential for harm vs. actual harm).

Critical deficiencies involve actual harm to residents and should be carefully considered. Facilities typically have opportunities to correct deficiencies and implement preventive measures.

Understanding deficiencies: Not all deficiencies indicate poor care. Learn how to interpret health inspection results and identify serious warning signs. Read our guide on warning signs →

Penalties & Enforcement

No penalties or payment denials in the past 3 years

Key Highlights

High CMS Rating

5 out of 5 stars from Medicare

👨‍⚕

Above Average RN Staffing

1.18 RN hours per resident/day (national avg: 0.64)

Low Staff Turnover

29.0% (national avg: 46.6%)

🛏

Beds Available

Approximately 6 beds potentially available

🏆

Clean Safety Record

No recent penalties or high-severity deficiencies

🏢

Part of Healthcare Chain

PRESBYTERIAN HOMES & SERVICES

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the quality rating for Mount Carmel Bluffs?

Mount Carmel Bluffs has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures reported by Medicare.

How many beds does this facility have?

Mount Carmel Bluffs has 60 certified beds. The facility averages 54 residents per day, with an occupancy rate of approximately 90%.

What type of ownership does this facility have?

This facility is for profit - limited liability company owned. It is part of the PRESBYTERIAN HOMES & SERVICES network.

How can I contact Mount Carmel Bluffs?

You can call Mount Carmel Bluffs at (563)556-5474. The facility is located at 1160 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003.

What should I look for when choosing a nursing home?

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