Nursing Homes in West Des Moines, Iowa
There are 5 Medicare- or Medicaid-certified nursing homes in West Des Moines, Iowa, with an average CMS overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars. 100% are Medicare certified and 80% accept Medicaid. Compare inspection history, staffing levels, and deficiency records for each facility below, all sourced from official CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) data.
West Des Moines has 5 nursing home facilities with a rating distribution of 1 star: 1 (25%), 2 star: 0 (0%), 3 star: 0 (0%), 4 star: 1 (25%), and 5 star: 2 (50%); the average CMS overall star rating is 3.8 out of 5, which is 0.80 above the Iowa state average of 3.0. Four- and five-star facilities number 3 (75%) while one- and two-star facilities number 1 (25%).
Average nurse staffing in the city is 4.28 hours per resident day (HPRD), which is above the Iowa state average of 3.82 HPRD; all 5 facilities had deficiencies on their most recent inspection with 1 out of 5 cited for severe deficiencies. The city has 2 Special Focus Facilities, and the highest-rated facility is Edgewater, A Wesleylife Community with a 5-star rating.
All Nursing Homes in West Des Moines
| Facility | Address | CMS Rating | Medicare | Medicaid | Deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewater, A Wesleylife Community | 9225 Cascade Avenue, West Des Moines, IA, 50266 | 5 ★ | ✓ | ✓ | 3 |
| Cedar Ridge Village | 8950 Coachlight Drive, West Des Moines, IA, 50266 | 5 ★ | ✓ | ✓ | 7 |
| Arbor Springs of West Des Moines L L C | 7951 E P True Parkway, West Des Moines, IA, 50266 | 4 ★ | ✓ | — | 2 |
| Harmony West Des Moines | 5010 Grand Ridge Drive, West Des Moines, IA, 50265 | 1 ★ | ✓ | ✓ | 1 |
| Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Care Center | 1501 OFFICE PARK ROAD, WEST DES MOINES, IA, 50265 | N/A | ✓ | ✓ | 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in West Des Moines, Iowa?
There are 5 Medicare- or Medicaid-certified nursing homes in West Des Moines, Iowa listed on CareQED.
What is the average nursing home rating in West Des Moines, Iowa?
Nursing homes in West Des Moines, Iowa have an average CMS overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Do nursing homes in West Des Moines accept Medicare and Medicaid?
100% of nursing homes in West Des Moines, Iowa are Medicare certified and 80% accept Medicaid.
Data Source
This information is sourced from official CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) public datasets.
CMS Provider Information updated: May 1, 2026.
CMS Survey Summary updated: May 1, 2026.
CMS Health Deficiencies updated: May 1, 2026.
CareQED Last Updated: June 22, 2026.