Nursing Homes in West Des Moines, IA

3 Medicare-certified nursing homes serve West Des Moines, Iowa, with an average CMS overall rating of 2.5 out of 5 among rated providers. Compare profiles below.

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Nursing Homes profiles in West Des Moines

Nursing Home · Non profit - Corporation Edgewater, A Wesleylife Community West Des Moines, IA 50266 CMS rating 4.0 / 540 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Corporation Harmony West Des Moines West Des Moines, IA 50265 CMS rating 1.0 / 5113 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Limited Liability company Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Care Center West Des Moines, IA 50265 Not CMS-rated140 beds

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About nursing homes in West 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.

The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.

Visit candidates in West 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.

Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in West Des Moines?

West Des Moines, IA has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in the current CMS data, with an average overall rating of 2.5 out of 5 among rated providers.

How do I compare nursing homes in West 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 West 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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