Bethany Home Retirement Center
Nursing Home, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Dubuque, IA
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Bethany Home Retirement Center

Nursing Home, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Dubuque, IA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Bethany Home Retirement Center accepts Medicare and private pay.
Bethany Home Retirement Center accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Bethany Home Retirement Center

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Dubuque, IA, Bethany Home Retirement Center is an outstanding community that offers independent living, memory care, and rehabilitation. Featuring purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance are taken care of, providing residents more time to do the things they love.

A variety of recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With a food service program, residents enjoy delightful and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community also offers wellness services to improve residents’ living experiences. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 56.9% Above IA avg. ▲ 56.9% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 38.2% Above IA avg. ▲ 38.2% Above IA avg.IA average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 33.8% Above IA avg. ▲ 33.8% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 19.2% Above IA avg. ▲ 19.2% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q4 2025 (October 1 – December 31, 2025).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Jun 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 17th out of 228 nursing homes we track in Iowa for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
↑ 24% · IA 4h 25mThis facility: 5h 28m per resident per day, 24% above the Iowa average of 4h 25m (among Iowa facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #17 / 228Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 17th out of 228 nursing homes we track in Iowa for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Iowa average, with a ranking across 228 Iowa facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
5h 28m

Standout metric: Certified nursing assistant is +34% above Iowa average

2 of 6 metrics below Iowa average

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant6677317,99792100%6.9
Registered Nurse140144,41892100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse8192,53592100%7.4
Nurse Practitioner2027966166%7.7
Other Dietary Services Staff2027257379%6.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014395964%7.4
Mental Health Service Worker1014345964%7.4
Dietitian1014276065%7.1
Administrator1014035459%7.5
Physical Therapy Aide0221695155%3.3
Occupational Therapy Aide0111402527%5.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician0441383639%3.8
Qualified Social Worker0331276166%2.1
Speech Language Pathologist0331193639%3.2
Physical Therapy Assistant011742022%3.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant022682932%2.3
73 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
14 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
9 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
2 Nurse Practitioner
Coverage 66%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 66 Rank #93 / 237Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 93rd out of 237 nursing homes we track in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #69 / 253Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 69th out of 253 nursing homes we track in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
69 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited. Rank #20 / 227Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 20th out of 227 nursing homes we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 227. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
95.5% This home is often near full

Based on 63 residents and 66 beds. Source: state inspection report (Jun 2026)

Higher than the Iowa average: 78.8%
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
464 days

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeFree Standing Nursing Facility / Skilled Nursing Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceMarch 19, 1959
ExpirationMarch 19, 2027
CountyDubuque
License Number310307
Year Opened03/19/1959
CMS Certification Number165584

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bethany Home Retirement Center is administered by Susan Westmark.

Profit StatusNonprofit

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Skilled/Post-Acute Rehabilitation

Additional Services

7 services
Wellness Programs
Food Service
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen
MaintenanceListed as: Groundskeeping and maintenance
TransportationListed as: Transportation to medical appointments · Scheduled transportation
  • Wellness services including strengthening exercises and flexibility routines

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
Activities
Bingo
Bridge
Arts and Crafts
Movies
Live Music
Euchre
Happy Hour Themed Events
Games

Faith & Spiritual Life

Rosary
Bible Study
Catholic and Protestant Services

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room Types
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom

Contact Bethany Home Retirement Center

This profile shows two inspection records, and their totals often differ. Inspection History and the Inspection Scorecard below are state data — the figures the state publishes and the state inspection reports we hold on file — covering the entire facility. CMS Health Inspection History covers only this home's Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing beds, from federal certification surveys.

Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations (62% below)
• Federal violations (81% below)
• State violations (57% below)
• Violations per inspection (63% below)

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Violations Info Total violations cited across all inspections on record. Iowa reports these as a federal and a state component, shown below; the two add up to this total. 923.4 This facility has 62% fewer violations than a typical Iowa nursing home (9 vs. IA avg 23.4).↓ 62% better
Federal violations Info Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under federal nursing-home requirements, which apply to Medicare/Medicaid-certified facilities. Federal + state add up to the total. 631.2 This facility has 81% fewer federal violations than a typical Iowa nursing home (6 vs. IA avg 31.2).↓ 81% better
State violations Info Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under Iowa state licensing requirements. Federal + state add up to the total. 36.9 This facility has 57% fewer state violations than a typical Iowa nursing home (3 vs. IA avg 6.9).↓ 57% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 0.61.6 This facility has 63% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa nursing home (0.6 vs. IA avg 1.6).↓ 63% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1412.7 This facility has had 10% more total inspections than the Iowa average (14 vs. IA avg 12.7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 10% more

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2026 · 1 year of data · Last health inspection Jun 2026

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Total health inspections 1 State avg 5
Total health citations
1 Rank #1 / 230Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 1st out of 230 nursing homes we track in Iowa for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Iowa State average, with a ranking across all 230 IA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
State avg 20.7 (95% better than State average)
Citations per inspection
1 Rank #1 / 230Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 1st out of 230 nursing homes we track in Iowa for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Iowa mean across 230 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
State avg 3.85 (74% better than State average)
Citation severity
100% corrected 1 of 1 citation corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 1 citation, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 State avg 0.5 (100% better than State average)
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
1 State avg 0.9 (11% worse than State average)
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
0 State avg 19 (100% better than State average)
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 State avg 0.4 (100% better than State average)
No harm, minimal risk
Citations history
Most recent first
Jun 18, 2026 1 citation
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 1 citation
Quality of Life & Care 1 deficiency (100%)
How citations are counted

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

1 of 1 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.8
16% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 9.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.1
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.8

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 14.3%
16% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 17.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 10.7%
36% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 16.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 32.3%
26% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 25.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.4%
14% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.8%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.6%
35% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 4.2%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.6%
33% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.9%
16% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 4.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 4.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 21.7%
12% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 94.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.5%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 95.3%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
19% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 84.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 5.0%
93% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 73.3%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

53% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

47% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jun 2026)

Total residents 64
Medicare
1
1.6% of residents
Medicaid
11
17.2% of residents
Private pay or other
52
81.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2024.

Nonprofit
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$25.9KFiscal year ending 12/2024
Nonprofit
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024 Rank #41 / 220Net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 41st out of 220 nursing homes we track in Iowa. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Iowa average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$25.9KFiscal year ending 12/2024
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$605.2KFiscal year ending 12/2024
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #32 / 220Payroll costs — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 32nd out of 220 nursing homes we track in Iowa. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Iowa average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024 63.1% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #43 / 220Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 43rd out of 220 nursing homes we track in Iowa. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Iowa average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (53% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 - 2 months.

Admissions
38 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 53%
Private pay 47%
Discharges
71 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 37%
Private pay 49%
Medicaid 14%

Managed by Joan Hoerner

Administrator

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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72
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Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 03/2025
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #6 / 220
76.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2025
Facility 76.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2025
IA AVG 60.5%
Rank #14 / 220
165081
St Francis Manor ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
HOS
SNF
Grinnell
78
Facility 78
IA AVG 67
Rank #56 / 237
69.2%
Facility 69.2%
IA AVG 78.8%
Rank #182 / 227
-12%
5.66
Facility 5.66
IA AVG 4.42
Rank #13 / 228
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +34%+28%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.2k
Rank #1 / 234
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 20.7
Rank #1 / 230
1.0
Facility 1.0
IA AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 230
-54-
82
Facility 82
IA AVG 49
Rank #27 / 253
St Francis Manor Inc
$7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #79 / 220
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #50 / 220
68.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 68.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG 60.5%
Rank #38 / 220
165480
Bethany Home Retirement Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
IL
MC
SNF
Dubuque (Eagle Point District)
66
Facility 66
IA AVG 67
Rank #93 / 237
95.5%
Facility 95.5%
IA AVG 78.8%
Rank #20 / 227
+21%
5.47
Facility 5.47
IA AVG 4.42
Rank #17 / 228
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 0%+24%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.2k
Rank #1 / 234
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 20.7
Rank #1 / 230
1.0
Facility 1.0
IA AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 230
163-
69
Facility 69
IA AVG 49
Rank #69 / 253
Mike Brannon
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #41 / 220
$6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #32 / 220
63.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 63.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG 60.5%
Rank #43 / 220
165584
Heritage House ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
ADC
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Atlantic
108
Facility 108
IA AVG 67
Rank #20 / 237
57.4%
Facility 57.4%
IA AVG 78.8%
Rank #202 / 227
-27%
4.96
Facility 4.96
IA AVG 4.42
Rank #41 / 228
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +47%+12%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.2k
Rank #1 / 234
11
Facility 11
IA AVG 20.7
Rank #71 / 230
5.5
Facility 5.5
IA AVG 3.8
Rank #181 / 230
-62-
73
Facility 73
IA AVG 49
Rank #56 / 253
-
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #98 / 220
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #33 / 220
103.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 103.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG 60.5%
Rank #4 / 220
165561
Stonehill Care Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Dubuque
185
Facility 185
IA AVG 67
Rank #2 / 237
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
IA AVG 78.8%
Rank #86 / 227
+8%
4.83
Facility 4.83
IA AVG 4.42
Rank #54 / 228
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +2%+9%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.2k
Rank #1 / 234
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 20.7
Rank #17 / 230
2.0
Facility 2.0
IA AVG 3.8
Rank #31 / 230
-158-
89
Facility 89
IA AVG 49
Rank #12 / 253
Peggy Stockel
$29.1MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $29.1MFiscal year ending 06/2025
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #2 / 220
$17.2MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $17.2MFiscal year ending 06/2025
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #2 / 220
59.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility 59.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
IA AVG 60.5%
Rank #75 / 220
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bethany Home Retirement Center

What neighborhood is Bethany Home Retirement Center in?

Bethany Home Retirement Center is in the Eagle Point District neighborhood of Dubuque.

Is Bethany Home Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Bethany Home Retirement Center has a walk score of 69. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Bethany Home Retirement Center?

According to IA state health department records, Bethany Home Retirement Center's license number is 310307.

When does Bethany Home Retirement Center's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Bethany Home Retirement Center's license expires on March 19, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Bethany Home Retirement Center?

Bethany Home Retirement Center's occupancy is 95.5%.

Are pets allowed at Bethany Home Retirement Center?

No, Bethany Home Retirement Center has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Bethany Home Retirement Center?

The team at Bethany Home Retirement Center can be reached at jhoerner@bethanyhomedubuque.org.

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