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Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Des Moines, IA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation

Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Des Moines, IA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
5608 Sw Ninth Street, Des Moines, Ia 503150000 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation

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Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation is an 80-bed community at 5608 SW Ninth Street in Des Moines, Iowa. Administered by Dirk Timm and operated by Gateway Healthcare LLC, the facility provides skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitative therapy to Polk County residents. The campus maintains a high occupancy rate of 89% and is located in a walkable area near central city services.

State and federal oversight currently assigns the facility a 1-star overall rating, which signifies performance categorized as “Much Below Average”. Historical records indicate a high frequency of citations, with the facility averaging 16.2 deficiencies annually between 2020 and 2025, the highest rate among state benchmarks in this review context. While a November 2025 follow-up survey concluded with zero new citations, earlier reports identified recurring concerns regarding abuse reporting, medication management, and infection control. Since 2024, the facility has also incurred federal penalties totaling over $380,000 for non-compliance with health standards.

Professional care is guided by a staffing model that delivers approximately 3 hours 43 minutes of daily nursing time per resident. Registered Nurse (RN) presence is currently 30 minutes per resident day, a figure that is roughly 32% below the Iowa state average. Despite these staffing gaps, long-stay quality measures hold a 4-star rating, reflecting positive outcomes in pain management and physical function. Conversely, short-stay metrics indicate a rehospitalization rate that is 14% higher than the state mean.

The campus environment provides 24-hour medical oversight alongside specialized wellness initiatives like the “Stay Active” program. Residents have access to in-house physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as private rooms and organized social engagement. While not part of a continuing care retirement community, the facility operates dedicated wings for individuals with Alzheimer’s or other cognitive impairments. Medicare and Medicaid are both accepted to support varied placement needs.

Older adults and their representatives should evaluate the current bedside care standards and abuse prevention protocols during a facility tour. It is advisable to ask the administrator for documented proof of corrective actions regarding the 2025 citations and to verify that the current nursing coverage is sufficient to meet the resident’s specific recovery or long-term care goals.

Facility Direct Line (515) 285-3070
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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 67.4% Below IA avg. ▼ 67.4% Below IA avg.IA average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 64.9% Below IA avg. ▼ 64.9% Below IA avg.IA average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 71.8% Below IA avg. ▼ 71.8% Below IA avg.IA average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 38.9% Below IA avg. ▼ 38.9% Below IA avg.IA average: 3.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Iowa state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 239th out of 245 homes in Iowa for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 13m per day
Rank #239 / 245Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 239th out of 245 homes in Iowa for Nurse Hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Iowa average, with a ranking across 245 Iowa facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Iowa avg (4h 18m per day)
vs Iowa avg
-25%

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +216% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 15m per day ▼ 67% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 43m per day ▲ 28% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 22m per day ▼ 6% State avg: 2h 32m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 43m per day ▼ 19% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 6m per day ▲ 216% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 12m per day ▼ 60% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
141 days
Bed community size
80-bed community Rank #105 / 406Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 406 homes in Iowa for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 91 / 100 Rank #2 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 528 homes in Iowa for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
89%
Rank #65 / 379Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 65th out of 379 homes in Iowa for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 379. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
71 / 80
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeFree Standing Nursing Facility / Skilled Nursing Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationAugust 1, 2026 Expires in 21 days
CountyPolk
License Number770707
CMS Certification Number165175
Certification TypeFALSE

Ownership & Operating Entity

Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation is administered by Dirk Timm.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Email dtimm@ensignservices.net
Fax5152856020

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsIn-House Therapy, Outpatient Therapy, Videos & Photos
Religious Services

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Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 97 deficiencies 38 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (259% above)
• Deficiencies per year (260% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (44% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection November 25, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 9727 This facility has 259% more total deficiencies than a typical Iowa nursing home (97 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 259% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2020. 16.24.5 This facility has 260% more deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa nursing home (16.2 vs. IA avg 4.5).↑ 260% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.61.8 This facility has 44% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa nursing home (2.6 vs. IA avg 1.8).↑ 44% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 3815 This facility has had 153% more total inspections than the Iowa average (38 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 153% more

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on November 25, 2025 found all prior deficiencies corrected and the facility in substantial compliance as of November 14, 2025.
  • The October 27, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated five deficiencies including failure to prevent abuse, timely abuse reporting, thorough investigations, full admission orders, and appropriate pain medication.
  • The October 2025 and September 2025 inspections showed recurring issues with resident rights, abuse prevention, medication management, staffing shortages, and infection control lapses.
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Penalties and fines

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.92
30% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.48

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.71
18% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.09

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 30.8%
45% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 21.3%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 12.9%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 13.1%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 3.7%
381% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 35.0%
35% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 53.7%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

17% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 27 days

Private pay

36% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 months

Medicaid

46% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$6.6M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$1.1M
For-profit Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$6.6M Rank #103 / 246Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 246 homes in Iowa for Revenue. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Iowa average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$1.1M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$51.3K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #95 / 246Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th out of 246 homes in Iowa for Payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Iowa average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$3.8M 57.9% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #98 / 246Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 98th out of 246 homes in Iowa for Payroll %. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Iowa average. Well-run Iowa facilities typically land around 61–69% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$3.9M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$7.7M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Dirk Timm.

This home is owned by Dirk Timm

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 165175

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

New residents most often arrive under Medicaid (46% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 4 - 5 months.

Admissions
270 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 17%
Private pay 36%
Medicaid 46%
Discharges
164 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 9%
Private pay 41%
Medicaid 51%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($6/meal) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day)

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Iowa resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
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Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
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Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+
General Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
Asset Limits Not specified; credit-based.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation

What neighborhood is Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation in?

Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation is in the East Village neighborhood of Des Moines.

Is Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation in a walkable area?

Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation has a walk score of 91. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation?

According to IA state health department records, Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation's license number is 770707.

When does Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation's license expires on August 1, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation?

Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation's occupancy is 89%.

Are pets allowed at Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation?

No, Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation?

The team at Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation can be reached at DTimm@ensignservices.net.

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