Nursing Homes in Des Moines, IA

12 Medicare-certified nursing homes serve Des Moines, Iowa, with an average CMS overall rating of 2.7 out of 5 among rated providers. Compare profiles below.

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Nursing Homes profiles in Des Moines

Nursing Home · For profit - Limited Liability company Accura Healthcare of South Des Moines Des Moines, IA 50315 CMS rating 1.0 / 589 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Limited Liability company Azria Health Park Place Des Moines, IA 50316 CMS rating 1.0 / 570 beds Nursing Home · Non profit - Corporation Calvin Community Des Moines, IA 50310 CMS rating 4.0 / 559 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Limited Liability company Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation Des Moines, IA 50315 CMS rating 1.0 / 580 beds Nursing Home · Non profit - Corporation Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center Des Moines, IA 50312 CMS rating 2.0 / 546 beds Nursing Home · Non profit - Other Ramsey Village Des Moines, IA 50310 CMS rating 2.0 / 578 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Limited Liability company Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines Des Moines, IA 50316 CMS rating 3.0 / 574 beds Nursing Home · Non profit - Corporation Scottish Rite Park Inc Des Moines, IA 50312 CMS rating 5.0 / 551 beds Nursing Home · Non profit - Corporation Trinity Center at Luther Park Des Moines, IA 50316 CMS rating 1.0 / 5120 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Corporation University Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center Des Moines, IA 50314 CMS rating 4.0 / 5108 beds Nursing Home · Non profit - Corporation Valley View Village Des Moines, IA 50317 CMS rating 3.0 / 579 beds Nursing Home · Non profit - Corporation Wesley on Grand Des Moines, IA 50312 CMS rating 5.0 / 580 beds

Nursing Homes by ZIP code in Des Moines

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About nursing homes in Des Moines

Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) serve people who need continuous nursing care, rehabilitation after a hospital stay, or long-term residential care. CMS inspects them roughly annually and publishes Five-Star ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

Start by comparing CMS Five-Star ratings, which summarize health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. A high overall rating is a useful signal, but read the underlying inspection findings and staffing figures too - they show what is behind the score.

Visit candidates in Des Moines, IA when possible, ask how care plans are set and reviewed, and confirm costs, coverage, and availability in writing. Staffing consistency and clear family communication matter as much as any published score.

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Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in Des Moines?
Des Moines, IA has 12 Medicare-certified nursing homes in the current CMS data, with an average overall rating of 2.7 out of 5 among rated providers.
How do I compare nursing homes in Des Moines?
When comparing nursing homes, review the health inspection findings behind the star rating, check nurse staffing levels and turnover, and ask about rehabilitation services, memory care, and how care plans are reviewed. Open any profile above for the full CMS rating breakdown, inspection findings, fines, staffing, and ownership record.
Does Medicare cover nursing homes in Des Moines?
Providers listed here are Medicare-certified, but coverage rules and costs depend on the service and setting. Confirm current availability, Medicare and Medicaid participation, and costs directly with the provider.

Data sources

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog. Data processing date: 2026-10-06. This page is informational and is not medical advice.

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