Nursing homes in Polk County, Iowa
CMS data lists 30 certified nursing homes across 9 cities in Polk County. Compare their CMS overall ratings, inspection records, federal penalties, and staffing signals below.
At a glance
- Certified nursing homes
- 30
- across 9 cities
- Average CMS overall
- 3.07
- Iowa avg 3.13
- 1-star overall (CMS)
- 9
- CMS abuse icon shown
- 1
- Federal penalty records
- $1,283,528
- Payment denial records
- 11
- Higher-severity citations
- 62
Rating and geographic landscape
How CMS ratings and facilities are distributed across Polk County.
CMS overall rating distribution
How these facilities spread across the CMS five-star overall rating.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Nursing homes by city in Polk County
The cities holding the largest share of Polk County nursing homes.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Facilities in Polk County
Open in search →Search, filter, and sort the 30 nursing homes in Polk County. Calculated from CMS records included in this dataset.
| Facility | Location | CMS overall | CMS abuse icon | Federal penalty records |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accura Healthcare of South Des Moines CCN 165273 | Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $52,632 |
| Altoona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center CCN 165162 | Altoona, IA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | None in data |
| Azria Health Park Place CCN 165202 | Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $22,490 |
| Bishop Drumm Retirement Center CCN 165448 | Johnston, IA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $270,826 |
| Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation CCN 165175 | Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Shown | $166,443 |
| Harmony West Des Moines CCN 165601 | West Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | None in data |
| Parkridge Specialty Care CCN 165345 | Pleasant Hill, IA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $34,450 |
| Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center CCN 165580 | Urbandale, IA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $122,945 |
| Trinity Center at Luther Park CCN 165612 | Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $162,205 |
| Ramsey Village CCN 165514 | Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 2 out of 52 | Not shown | None in data |
| Sunny View Care Center CCN 165441 | Ankeny, IA | CMS overall rating: 2 out of 52 | Not shown | None in data |
| The Bridges at Ankeny CCN 165616 | Ankeny, IA | CMS overall rating: 2 out of 52 | Not shown | None in data |
| University Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center CCN 165272 | Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 2 out of 52 | Not shown | None in data |
| Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines CCN 165268 | Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 3 out of 53 | Not shown | None in data |
| Valley View Village CCN 165507 | Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 3 out of 53 | Not shown | $9,110 |
| Calvin Community CCN 165479 | Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 4 out of 54 | Not shown | $4,233 |
| Edgewater, A Wesleylife Community CCN 165597 | West Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 4 out of 54 | Not shown | None in data |
| Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center CCN 165006 | Des Moines, IA | CMS overall rating: 4 out of 54 | Not shown | $44,814 |
| Kennybrook Village CCN 165605 | Grimes, IA | CMS overall rating: 4 out of 54 | Not shown | None in data |
| Brio of Johnston, LLC CCN 165624 | Johnston, IA | CMS overall rating: 5 out of 55 | Not shown | $6,923 |
| Childserve Habilitation Center CCN 16A001 | Johnston, IA | CMS overall rating: 5 out of 55 | Not shown | None in data |
| Deerfield Health Care Center CCN 165557 | Urbandale, IA | CMS overall rating: 5 out of 55 | Not shown | None in data |
| Karen Acres Care Center CCN 165460 | Urbandale, IA | CMS overall rating: 5 out of 55 | Not shown | None in data |
| Mill-Pond CCN 165261 | Ankeny, IA | CMS overall rating: 5 out of 55 | Not shown | None in data |
| On With Life CCN 165163 | Ankeny, IA | CMS overall rating: 5 out of 55 | Not shown | None in data |
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Frequently asked questions
How many nursing homes are in Polk County, Iowa?
This dataset includes 30 CMS-certified nursing homes in Polk County, Iowa, from the official CMS Provider Information file, across 9 cities. Of these, 9 have a 1-star CMS overall rating and 1 currently shows the CMS abuse icon.
What is the average CMS rating in Polk County?
The average CMS overall star rating across the 30 nursing homes in Polk County is 3.07, compared with a Iowa average of 3.13. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about any individual facility.
How can I compare nursing homes in Polk County?
Use the table on this page or the search filters to compare facilities on the same CMS fields — CMS overall rating, federal penalty records, payment denials, and the CMS abuse icon. See the guide on how to compare nursing homes.
How do I verify a nursing home in Polk County with official sources?
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