Stonehill Care Center

Stonehill Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 3485 Windsor Avenue in Dubuque, Iowa 52001. The facility operates with 185 certified beds and is classified as a non-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve a broad range of residents requiring long-term or post-acute care. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of one to five stars across four categories. Stonehill Care Center holds an overall CMS rating of 4 stars, placing it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The facility also received 4 stars in the health inspection category, which reflects the findings of state and federal inspection surveys conducted on-site. The staffing rating, which measures the levels and consistency of nursing staff relative to resident census, is rated at 4 stars. The quality measure rating, which is based on clinical outcome indicators such as rates of falls, pressure ulcers, and hospitalizations, also stands at 4 stars. All four rating categories are consistent with one another, indicating a broadly uniform performance profile across the dimensions CMS evaluates. Stonehill Care Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, which is relevant for families and individuals coordinating coverage for skilled nursing or long-term care services. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility requirements and coverage limits. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is subject to state-specific eligibility criteria administered through the Iowa Medicaid program. Individuals seeking information about coverage under either program are directed to contact the facility directly at 563-557-7180 or consult with the appropriate state or federal agency. When compared to national benchmarks, Stonehill Care Center performs above the national average of 3.0 stars in all rated categories. Facilities rated at 4 stars across all CMS dimensions represent a portion of nursing homes that perform above average as measured by CMS methodology. Dubuque County residents considering skilled nursing or long-term care placement may find this facility relevant as a reference point within the local and regional landscape of care options. All CMS ratings are updated periodically and may change as new inspection, staffing, and quality data are incorporated into the Five-Star Quality Rating System.