Quick answers
- Where is Bethany Home?
- 1005 Lincoln Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001, in Dubuque County, Iowa.
- What is the phone number of Bethany Home?
- (563) 556-5233, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Bethany Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Bethany Home been fined?
- Medicare lists 1 fine totaling $8,492.
- What did inspectors find at Bethany Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (June 27, 2024 to June 18, 2026), Medicare lists 1 health citation; the most serious was level G. 1 was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (June 27, 2024 to June 18, 2026), Bethany Home had 1 health citation; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 1 of them was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $8,492 in total (1 fine, the latest on June 18, 2026). Nurse staffing is 4.36 hours per resident per day; the Iowa average is 3.86 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: June 18, 2026 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: June 18, 2026 (complaint investigation); June 18, 2026 (standard health inspection).
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Previous cycle: May 1, 2025 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 1, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Earlier cycle: June 27, 2024 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: June 27, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (8)
K0753 Level F
“Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.”
K0922 Level E
“Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0341 Level E
“Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.”
K0711 Level F
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
K0222 Level E
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0321 Level D
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $8,492 (1 fine). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2026 | Fine | $8,492 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Iowa | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.81 | 0.74 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.51 | 0.56 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.04 | 2.56 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.36 | 3.86 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.63 | 3.38 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.51 | 0.51 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 34.8% | 44.1% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 7.1% | 42.1% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 66 |
| Average residents per day | 63.3 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2009-04-17 |
| Part of a continuing care retirement community | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 1005 Lincoln Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001 |
| County | Dubuque County |
| State | Iowa |
| Phone | (563) 556‑5233 |
| CMS Certification Number | 165584 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Sunnycrest Manor0.9 mi · Dubuque, IA · 4 of 5 stars
- Stonehill Care Center1.0 mi · Dubuque, IA · 5 of 5 stars
- Harmony Dubuque1.8 mi · Dubuque, IA · 2 of 5 stars
- Dubuque Specialty Care2.4 mi · Dubuque, IA · 2 of 5 stars
- Luther Manor at Hillcrest2.9 mi · Dubuque, IA · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center1.9 mi · Dubuque, IA · Acute Care Hospital
- Finley Hospital2.6 mi · Dubuque, IA · Acute Care Hospital
- Midwest Medical Center16 mi · Galena, IL · Critical Access Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13