Bethany Lutheran Home

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies

National median: 7

14 above national median

Total federal penalties

$30,326

CMS data as of January 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing

National median: 4.12 hrs

4.90 hrs above national median

Registered nurse (RN)

0.42 hrs

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

0.94 hrs

Certified nursing aide (CNA)

2.76 hrs

Physical therapy

0.04 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating stable at 1 stars across 18 data points.

Facility profile

Type

Skilled Nursing Facility · Nursing home · Assisted living facility · Home health care service

Capacity

112 certified beds · ~88 avg residents/day (78% occupancy)

Ownership

Non profit - Other

Payment accepted

Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Bethany Lutheran Home is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Council Bluffs, Iowa, containing 112 licensed beds. The center maintains a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting a 1-star health inspection rating and a 3-star staffing rating. Despite these ratings, the facility holds a 4-star rating for its clinical quality measures.

Location

Seven Elliott Street, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503, Council Bluffs, IA

Recent reviews

• Nancy Wilson ★★★★★ September 10, 2025

  Great staff and office personal Great place to LIVE for your loved one. God bless all of the staff

• Anita Sprinkel ★☆☆☆☆ June 13, 2023

  My husband was sent there by Sanford west in Fargo for rehab. What a mistake!!! We were told he would see the doctor every Friday. Well we were there from June 17 though July 29 and saw the “doctor” once. He has pain and instead of trying to find the reason for it was ignored. Only trying to mask the pain. He was left to lay there and get worse. The food was almost chewed for you. Have you ever had minced watermelon? Therapy was twice a week unless he was in pain. One of the workers told him on his third night that he needed to get OUT of there, he didn’t belong there. I tried extremely had to get him moved. Couldn’t do it! Finally after paying out of pocket for most of his time there I made arrangements to take him home. They threatened to have me arrested. When we got home he lasted almost three hours before our doctor said to call the rescue and have him taken to bergan. Found out the Septis was back with a vengeance!!!!! If he would have stayed there he would not have made it home. Finally came home in October and getting help. Don’t take anyone here not even your worse enemy.

• Rick Hensley ★★☆☆☆ April 4, 2023

  I did not have a choice where my siblings put my mother. But I would not put her in Bethany Lutheran Home. The majority of the people in the office are rude.

• Joan Sanders ★★★★★ November 23, 2022

  The physical therapy staff is fantastic. I had wonderful care from nursing and generally all staff. Food is very good and contained a wide variety. I was in rehab for 2 weeks and don’t think I had the same meal twice. I would highly recommend Bethany!

• R S ★☆☆☆☆ July 28, 2022

  STAY AWAY WHATEVER YOU DO. THE ADMINSTATION WILL THREATEN YOU WITH ELDER ABUSE TO KEEP YOUR FAMILY MEMBER IN THEIR FACILITY LONGER. FACILITY IS NOT KEPT CLEAN. LACK OF BATHING PATIENTS. LACK OF ACCESS TO MEDICAL DOCTORS. 2 HOURS CALL LIGHT TIMES.

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Bethany Lutheran Home?

Bethany Lutheran Home has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars.

How did Bethany Lutheran Home score on health inspections?

Bethany Lutheran Home received a health inspection rating of 1 out of 5 stars from CMS.

What is the staffing rating for Bethany Lutheran Home?

Bethany Lutheran Home has a staffing rating of 3 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.

How many beds does Bethany Lutheran Home have?

Bethany Lutheran Home has 112 certified beds.

Does Bethany Lutheran Home accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Yes, Bethany Lutheran Home accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Where is Bethany Lutheran Home located?

Bethany Lutheran Home is located at Seven Elliott Street, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503, Council Bluffs, Iowa.

How can I contact Bethany Lutheran Home?

You can reach Bethany Lutheran Home by phone at +1 712-328-9500.

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