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Harmony Dubuque

901 West Third Street, Dubuque, IA 52001 · Dubuque County

With a welcoming spirit and multi-disciplinary approach, the caring experts at Harmony Dubuque deliver personalized care. Learn more!

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 68% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Dubuque

Harmony Dubuque is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Dubuque, IA, with 75 certified beds and an average of about 51 residents per day. It operates as part of the Legacy Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.01 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 74.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $19,371 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.67 hrs/resident/day)
•High staff turnover (74.7%)

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Dubuque options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 75
Avg. residents/day: 51
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Legacy Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 165104

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,440–$10,570/mo (median $9,250)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Dubuque prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.67; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.01; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 74.7%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 6
Federal fines: 2 ($19,371)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2026-01-14
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (33 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-12Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2026-01-14Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

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

2026-01-14Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-01-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2026-01-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

2025-11-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2025-01-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2024-10-24Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2023-11-07	Fine	$7,443
2023-11-07	Fine	$11,928
2023-07-10	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Wellness programs

Location

901 West Third Street, Dubuque, IA

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Harmony Dubuque

How much does Harmony Dubuque cost?

Harmony Dubuque does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Dubuque, IA area typically runs $8,440–$10,570 per month (median $9,250, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Harmony Dubuque's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Harmony Dubuque 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Harmony Dubuque?

Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 74.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Harmony Dubuque?

Harmony Dubuque has 33 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Harmony Dubuque have availability?

Typically 68% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Harmony Dubuque offer?

Harmony Dubuque in Dubuque, IA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 75 beds.

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