Dubuque Specialty Care

Dubuque Specialty Care is a long-term care facility located at 2935 Kaufmann Avenue in Dubuque, Iowa (52001). The facility operates under non-profit corporate ownership and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 84 certified beds and remains an active provider in the Dubuque County area. CMS assigns Dubuque Specialty Care an overall star rating of 2 out of 5. This rating is derived from three component ratings collected and published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5, reflecting findings from on-site inspections conducted by state survey agencies. The staffing rating is also 2 out of 5, which accounts for the levels of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is 3 out of 5, based on clinical data across multiple care indicators reported for the resident population. Each of these component scores contributes to the facility's overall CMS rating. Dubuque Specialty Care holds dual certification under Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is authorized to accept residents whose care is funded through either federal program. This dual certification is relevant for prospective residents and families evaluating payment options. Individuals with private insurance or those paying out of pocket may also be eligible for admission, subject to the facility's current bed availability and admission criteria. Those seeking information on specific payment arrangements are advised to contact the facility directly at (563) 556-0673. In the context of national benchmarks, Dubuque Specialty Care's overall star rating of 2 falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection and staffing component ratings of 2 are similarly below the national midpoint, while the quality measure rating of 3 aligns with the national average. These figures represent administrative and survey-based data as reported to CMS and are updated periodically. The ratings provide one reference point among several that individuals may consider when reviewing care options in the Dubuque, Iowa area.