Nursing homes in West Des Moines, IA
According to the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare program, West Des Moines has 5 of the 14,703 certified U.S. nursing homes, averaging 3.3 of 5 CMS stars in March 2026, above the 3.1-star Iowa average. Methodology.
- 5
- Certified homes
- 3.3 ★
- Above average for IA · Iowa 3.1
- 1
- Five-star homes
- 389
- Certified beds
All 5 nursing homes in West Des Moines, ranked
| # | Facility | Overall rating | Beds | Fines (3-yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edgewater, A Wesleylife Community | 40 | None | |
| 2 | Cedar Ridge Village | 40 | None | |
| 3 | Arbor Springs of West Des Moines L L C | 56 | None | |
| 4 | Harmony West Des Moines | 113 | None | |
| 5 | Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Care Center | Not rated | 140 | $353K |
Ratings in West Des Moines are best read against Iowa and national peers: CMS force-curves the overall star within each state. See the full Iowa directory or the national best-rated ranking.
Before you choose a nursing home in West Des Moines
A star rating is a starting point, not the whole story. These guides explain what drives the numbers:
This page is for general information and comparison only and is not medical advice. CMS ratings measure relative performance, not absolute safety; confirm a facility's current status with the home and your physician or your state survey agency before making a decision.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Nursing Home Compare 5-Star Quality Rating, West Des Moines, IA · 2024 Star ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Updated quarterly by CMS.
