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Prairie Gate

16 Valley View Drive, Council Bluffs, IA 51503 · Pottawattamie County

Experience vibrant senior living in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Prairie Gate is a Presbyterian Homes & Services senior living community offering independent living, enriched living, memory care, transitional care/short term rehab and long term care apartments.

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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 49% 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 Council Bluffs

Prairie Gate is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Council Bluffs, IA, with 72 certified beds and an average of about 35 residents per day. It operates as part of the Presbyterian Homes & Services network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.22 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.09 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $27,630 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.22 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•$27,630 in federal fines

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 72
Avg. residents/day: 35
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Presbyterian Homes & Services
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 165794

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	$8,120–$11,260/mo (median $9,400)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$3,180–$7,600/mo (median $5,220)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Omaha 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: 4.22; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.09; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 52.7%; 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): 5
Federal fines: 1 ($27,630)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-07-09
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-10-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-10-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-10-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-07-09Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-07-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-05-23Severity 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.

2025-05-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2024-08-15Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

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
2024-06-05	Fine	$27,630
2024-02-29	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

16 Valley View Drive, Council Bluffs, 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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4.3

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Common questions about Prairie Gate

How much does Prairie Gate cost?

Prairie Gate does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Council Bluffs, IA area typically runs $8,120–$11,260 per month (median $9,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Prairie Gate's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Prairie Gate 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Prairie Gate?

Staff provide about 4.22 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Prairie Gate?

Prairie Gate has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Prairie Gate have availability?

Typically 49% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Prairie Gate offer?

Prairie Gate in Council Bluffs, IA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 72 beds.

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