Page 2 of Best Nursing Homes in Cedar Rapids, IA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 13 nursing homes in Cedar Rapids, IA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in IA
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.7/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cedar Rapids, IA. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 4.6/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cedar Rapids, IA. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 3.4/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cedar Rapids, IA. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Iowa average is: 60.3% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
West Ridge Care Center
NH
MC
SNF
Cedar Rapids
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 67
Rank #116 / 241
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
IA AVG 77.9%
Rank #152 / 229
-4%
4.86
Facility 4.86
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #49 / 231
+31%+13%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #17 / 232
1.0
Facility 1.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #50 / 232
-45-
48
Facility 48
IA AVG 49
Rank #137 / 260
Elaine Sample
$6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #89 / 224
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #107 / 224
53.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #163 / 224
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Meth Wick Community
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Cedar Rapids
69
Facility 69
IA AVG 67
Rank #86 / 241
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
IA AVG 77.9%
Rank #98 / 229
+7%
5.76
Facility 5.76
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #9 / 231
+23%+34%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #8 / 232
2.0
Facility 2.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #12 / 232
-57-
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 49
Rank #211 / 260
Meth Wick Community
$18.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $18.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #6 / 224
$10.3MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #8 / 224
56.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 56.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #130 / 224
165542
Terrace Glen Village
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Marion (Flynn)
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 67
Rank #197 / 241
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
IA AVG 77.9%
Rank #16 / 229
+22%
4.70
Facility 4.70
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #70 / 231
+20%+10%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #159 / 239
10
Facility 10
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #95 / 232
3.3
Facility 3.3
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #149 / 232
338A
14
Facility 14
IA AVG 49
Rank #232 / 260
Abernathy Family Farms LLC
$8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #52 / 224
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #82 / 224
48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #193 / 224
165625
The Views of Marion
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Marion
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 67
Rank #116 / 241
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
IA AVG 77.9%
Rank #216 / 229
-38%
4.09
Facility 4.09
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #131 / 231
-35%-5%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
13
Facility 13
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #79 / 232
2.6
Facility 2.6
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #73 / 232
-29-
37
Facility 37
IA AVG 49
Rank #175 / 260
Dallas Urbain
$9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #37 / 224
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #91 / 224
41.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 41.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #217 / 224
165626
Gardens of Cedar Rapids
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Cedar Rapids
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 67
Rank #116 / 241
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
IA AVG 77.9%
Rank #216 / 229
-38%
4.56
Facility 4.56
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #83 / 231
-1%+6%
$19.4k
Facility $19.4k
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #168 / 239
17
Facility 17
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #127 / 232
4.3
Facility 4.3
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #114 / 232
329--Jbrb Investments LLC
$8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #63 / 224
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #100 / 224
45.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #208 / 224
165621
HallMar Village
NH
AL
IL
MC
Cedar Rapids
55
Facility 55
IA AVG 67
Rank #135 / 241
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
IA AVG 77.9%
Rank #120 / 229
+3%
5.30
Facility 5.30
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #27 / 231
+7%+23%
$12.0k
Facility $12.0k
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #158 / 239
21
Facility 21
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #136 / 232
2.3
Facility 2.3
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #50 / 232
344-
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 49
Rank #257 / 260
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Cottage Grove Place
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Cedar Rapids (Oakhill Jackson)
82
Facility 82
IA AVG 67
Rank #44 / 241
67.1%
Facility 67.1%
IA AVG 77.9%
Rank #189 / 229
-14%
4.57
Facility 4.57
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #83 / 231
-19%+6%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
23
Facility 23
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #136 / 232
2.9
Facility 2.9
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #88 / 232
255-
79
Facility 79
IA AVG 49
Rank #34 / 260
Cottage Grove Place
$13.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #12 / 224
$7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #19 / 224
58.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 58.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #110 / 224
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Rank badges are statewide: each nursing home is ranked against every IA nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 13 analyzed for Cedar Rapids. See how we rank facilities

Meth Wick Health Center

1625 Brendelwood Drive, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405-2499
Overview of Meth Wick Health Center

Meth Wick Health Center offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Cedar Rapids’s Oakhill Jackson neighborhood. Independent living means having a private living space with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available within one community. That may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because moving to another level does not require leaving the community. The community has 69 beds, and Nicholas Jedlicka serves as administrator.

Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy, while Transportation Services provide transportation through the community. A Walk Score of 79 out of 100 places the area in the very walkable band, where most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Meth Wick Health Center may be a good fit for someone who wants private independent living, needs increasing daily support, requires secured memory care, or may benefit from skilled nursing or a short respite stay.

Contact Meth Wick Health Center

Overview of Cottage Grove Place – Connections

Cottage Grove Place, Connections offers nursing home care, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 36 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Chef prepared meals are provided, giving residents prepared dining within the community. Short term rehabilitation offers a temporary stay focused on recovery, and respite care provides a short term option when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. A Walk Score of 56 / 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet with them. Melissa Holyoake serves as the administrator.

Contact Cottage Grove Place – Connections

Overview of West Ridge Care Center – Nursing Home

West Ridge Care Center, located in Cedar Rapids, IA, is a care facility operating since 1992 and offering short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. As part of their care services, they provide their residents with 24 hour nursing care by their RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Additionally they house an interdisciplinary wound care team, and rehabilitation aides that assists residents in recovering their health and strength after surgery or an illness.
This care facility also offers non-medical related services that are necessary to ensure the residents’ maximum level of comfort, as well as amenities that promote physical and mental wellbeing. This includes social services for needs analysis to ensure proper care is provided, dietary services for nutritious meals and snacks provisions, and environmental services like housekeeping and laundry to keep the living quarters and common spaces clean and sanitized.

Contact West Ridge Care Center – Nursing Home

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Cedar Rapids, IA

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Iowa?

Assisted living in Iowa is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Iowa Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Iowa Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 13 nursing homes in Cedar Rapids, IA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Cedar Rapids, IA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Cedar Rapids, IA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Cedar Rapids, IA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.