Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

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West Bend Health and Rehabilitation is a 45-bed skilled nursing facility at 203 Fourth Street NW in West Bend, Iowa. Affiliated with The Ensign Group, the center serves Kossuth, Palo Alto, and Humboldt counties with 24-hour nursing and rehabilitative services. The campus is centrally located with a Walk Score of 41 and accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
The facility is regulated by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing. CMS data as of 2026 shows an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, reflecting an “Average” performance. While the quality measure rating is high at 4 stars, the health inspection rating is lower at 2 stars. A May 2025 standard survey identified six deficiencies, including issues with infection control, resident rights documentation, and care planning coordination. No fines or immediate jeopardy findings are currently on record.
The medical model emphasizes in-house therapy with professional oversight for short-term recovery and long-term care. Staffing data reveals a strong focus on rehabilitation, with physical therapist hours per resident day at 6 minutes—200% above the Iowa state average. Registered nurse (RN) hours also exceed the state average, though licensed practical nurse (LPN) and nurse aide hours are lower than typically seen in Iowa facilities. Quality metrics show that short-stay residents experience major injury falls at a rate of 2.9%, which is significantly higher than the state average of 0.8%.
The facility provides a residential setting with landscaped grounds and a calendar of social and recreational activities.Services include:Housekeeping, laundry, and chef-prepared meals tailored to nutritional needs. The community fosters a home-like environment, though the 53.3% nursing staff turnover rate is higher than the state average of 43.9%, which may impact the consistency of care relationships.
Interested individuals should evaluate the current staffing model and therapy outcomes during an on-site visit. It is advisable to ask the administrator for specific details on current fall prevention protocols for short-stay residents and to verify how nighttime and weekend nursing coverage is managed following the 2025 health inspection results.
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
7,980 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 51 | 36 | 87 | 15,468 | 90 | 98% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 9 | 21 | 30 | 3,763 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 23 | 27 | 3,081 | 92 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 10 | 11 | 21 | 2,957 | 88 | 96% | 9.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 995 | 62 | 67% | 8.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 539 | 61 | 66% | 6.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 521 | 70 | 76% | 6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 513 | 61 | 66% | 8.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 509 | 63 | 68% | 5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 65% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 416 | 52 | 57% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 392 | 61 | 66% | 6.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 298 | 67 | 73% | 3.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 230 | 63 | 68% | 3.4 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
57% of new residents, often for short stays.
22% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for West Bend Health and Rehabilitation based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
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West Bend Health and Rehabilitation has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
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West Bend Health and Rehabilitation is located at 203 Fourth Street NW.
(515) 887-4071 will put you in contact with the team at West Bend Health and Rehabilitation.
Yes — West Bend Health and Rehabilitation is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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