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Nursing home

Sunnycrest Manor

Dubuque, Iowa · Dubuque County

  • 2375 Roosevelt Street, Dubuque, IA 52001 · Directions
  • (563) 583‑1781
  • Medicare overall rating: 4 of 5 starsMedicare overall rating
  • Ownership: Government – county
  • 13 health citations in its last 3 inspection cycles (most serious: level F). See the inspection record

Summary

Sunnycrest Manor is a Medicare-certified nursing home in Dubuque, Iowa, with 77 certified beds. Medicare overall rating: 4 of 5 stars. Most recent standard health inspection: 2026-03-05, with 3 health deficiencies. Ownership: government – county. Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information, data updated 2026-10-01.

What is a nursing home?

A nursing home (skilled nursing facility) gives 24-hour nursing care and help with daily activities. Some people stay for a short time to recover after a hospital stay (rehabilitation); others live there long term. The homes listed here are certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid and inspected by the state.

Official Medicare data

Everything on this page comes from Medicare (CMS) data updated 2026-10-01. It is information, not a recommendation. Call the nursing home and visit before you decide, and talk with your doctor.

In a medical emergency, call 911.

At a glance

Medicare overall rating: 4 of 5 starsMedicare overall rating
77Certified beds
Health inspections: 4 of 5 starsHealth inspections

Quick answers

Where is Sunnycrest Manor?
2375 Roosevelt Street, Dubuque, IA 52001, in Dubuque County, Iowa.
What is the phone number of Sunnycrest Manor?
(563) 583-1781, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
What is the Medicare star rating of Sunnycrest Manor?
Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Has Sunnycrest Manor been fined?
Medicare lists no fines for Sunnycrest Manor.
What did inspectors find at Sunnycrest Manor?
In its last three inspection cycles (April 11, 2024 to March 5, 2026), Medicare lists 13 health citations; the most serious was level F. 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.

Overall rating
Overall rating: 4 of 5 stars
Medicare’s summary of the three ratings below, from 1 star (much below average) to 5 stars (much above average).
Health inspections
Health inspections: 4 of 5 stars
Based on state health inspections and complaint investigations of about the last three years, compared with other nursing homes in the same state.
Staffing
Staffing: 4 of 5 stars
Based on how many hours nurses and aides spend with each resident per day (from payroll records) and how often staff leave.
Quality of resident care
Quality of resident care: 2 of 5 stars
Based on how residents do on measures such as falls with injury, pressure sores, getting better at moving around and going back to the hospital.
Short-stay residents (rehab)
Not rated
Quality rating for people who stay a short time, usually to recover after a hospital stay. Medicare (CMS) does not show this rating for this provider. This happens, for example, when a provider is new or has too few patients or survey answers.
Long-stay residents
Long-stay residents: 2 of 5 stars
Quality rating for people who live in the nursing home.

Inspections, fines and staffing

In its last three inspection cycles (April 11, 2024 to March 5, 2026), Sunnycrest Manor had 13 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.43 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
Scope and severity letters
SeriousnessIsolated (a few residents)Pattern (some)Widespread (many)
No actual harm, potential for minimal harmABC
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmDEF
Actual harm to residentsGHI
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safetyJKL

Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.

Most recent cycle: March 5, 2026 — 3 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: March 5, 2026 (standard health inspection).

Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0641 Level D March 5, 2026 · corrected March 26, 2026

    “Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”

  • F0677 Level D March 5, 2026 · corrected March 26, 2026

    “Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”

  • F0883 Level D March 5, 2026 · corrected March 26, 2026

    “Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.”

Previous cycle: February 27, 2025 — 6 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: February 27, 2025 (standard health inspection); September 2, 2025 (complaint investigation).

Show 6 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0812 Level E February 27, 2025 · corrected March 24, 2025

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

  • F0865 Level E February 27, 2025 · corrected March 24, 2025

    “Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.”

  • F0550 Level D September 2, 2025 · from a complaint · past non-compliance (already fixed before the inspection)

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

  • F0657 Level D February 27, 2025 · corrected March 24, 2025

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

  • F0658 Level D February 27, 2025 · corrected March 24, 2025

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

  • F0880 Level D February 27, 2025 · corrected March 24, 2025

    “Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”

Earlier cycle: April 11, 2024 — 4 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: April 11, 2024 (standard health inspection).

Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0812 Level F April 11, 2024 · corrected May 8, 2024

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

  • F0800 Level E April 11, 2024 · corrected May 8, 2024

    “Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.”

  • F0637 Level D April 11, 2024 · corrected May 8, 2024

    “Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition”

  • F0641 Level D April 11, 2024 · corrected May 8, 2024

    “Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”

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 (10)
  • K0345 Level F March 5, 2026 · corrected March 6, 2026

    “Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”

  • K0918 Level F March 5, 2026 · corrected March 6, 2026

    “Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”

  • K0712 Level F February 27, 2025 · corrected March 26, 2025

    “Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”

  • K0353 Level E February 27, 2025 · corrected March 3, 2025

    “Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”

  • K0920 Level E February 27, 2025 · corrected March 5, 2025

    “Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”

  • K0223 Level F April 11, 2024 · waiver granted (May 20, 2024)

    “Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.”

  • K0345 Level F April 11, 2024 · waiver granted (May 20, 2024)

    “Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”

  • K0712 Level F April 11, 2024 · corrected May 18, 2024

    “Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”

  • K0761 Level F April 11, 2024 · corrected May 18, 2024

    “To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”

  • K0920 Level D April 11, 2024 · corrected April 18, 2024

    “Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”

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.

MeasureThis homeIowaNational
Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day0.670.740.69
Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day0.500.560.86
Nurse aide hours per resident per day3.262.562.35
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day4.433.863.90
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend4.003.383.43
RN hours per resident per day on the weekend0.630.510.48
Nursing staff turnover (per year)40.2%44.1%45.3%
RN turnover (per year)33.3%42.1%42.5%
Administrators who left in the last year0.00.40.5

Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.

Owners and operator

Legal business name: County of Dubuque.

Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
NameRoleShareSince
County of DubuqueManagement company (operational or managerial control)NOT APPLICABLEApril 28, 2021

Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.

Compare with other nursing homes

Key facts

TypeNursing home
Certified beds77
Average residents per day70.1
Takes part inMedicare and Medicaid
OwnershipGovernment – county
Legal business nameCounty of Dubuque
First approved by Medicare/Medicaid2005-05-01
Resident and family councilsResident council
Sprinklers in all required areasYes
Changed ownership in the last 12 monthsNo
Address2375 Roosevelt Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
CountyDubuque County
StateIowa
Phone(563) 583‑1781
CMS Certification Number165556
CorrectionsReport 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).

Nearest hospital emergency rooms

Sources

  1. Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  2. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
  3. Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  4. Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  5. Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  6. Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  7. State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  8. Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  9. Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  10. Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13