Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
New residents most often arrive under private pay (34% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 months.
Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines
CMS overall rating
3/5
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.
3/5
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.
Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines
CMS overall rating
3/5
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.
3/5
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.
Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines
At 93.4% occupancy across 74 beds, with an average stay of 214 days and a resident mix the profile classifies as mostly long-term care, Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines is a skilled nursing facility that holds onto its admissions. The rehab orientation is real, but it is not the whole picture.
Ensign Group operates the facility in Des Moines, Iowa. The care model spans short-term rehabilitation, post-hospital and transitional care, long-term skilled nursing, and short-term respite. A doctor is on staff, and in-house therapy runs across all of those tracks. Rooms come in private and semi-private configurations, with river views available in the building. The surrounding neighborhood lands at a Walk Score of 52, which means some errands are walkable, though most still require a trip.
Total nursing time is 3 hours and 36 minutes per resident per day. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted. A monthly activity calendar and a wellness program, jointly coordinated by therapy and nursing staff, give structure to daily life. Housekeeping is part of the package.
The occupancy rate and length-of-stay figures together describe a small, high-demand facility where most residents are in it for the long haul, with in-house therapy and a care model that holds up across the full post-acute to long-term range.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
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.
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 36m per day
vs Iowa avg
-16%
Standout metric
Physical Therapist is +162% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
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.
| 23m per day | ▼ 47% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
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.
| 44m per day | ▲ 30% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
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 42m per day | ▲ 8% State avg: 2h 30m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
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.
| 3h 19m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 3h 23m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
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 | ▲ 162% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
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.
| 15m per day | ▼ 50% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy rate
93.4%
Avg. Length of Stay
214 days
Walk Score: 52 / 100 Rank #202 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 202nd out of 528 homes in Iowa. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab
Doctor on Staff
Housekeeping
ActivitiesThe facility provides a monthly activity calendar filled with options designed to help residents stay active and engaged.
Wellness ProgramThe therapy team employs a holistic approach, working collaboratively with nursing staff to maximize comfort and health.
Specific ProgramsMore Information, In-House Therapy, Videos & Photos, MenuMenu
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.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
34% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
33% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Based on the 2023 CMS SNF Cost Report.
Privately-owned community
Operated by a single business entity.
Home revenue
$10.3M
Profit
$13.0K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a single business entity.
Home revenue
$10.3M
Profit
$13.0K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$10.3M
Who this home usually serves
TYPE OF STAY
Admissions
117 totalCoverage residents most often arrive under.
Medicare
32%
Private pay
34%
Medicaid
33%
Discharges
118 totalCoverage residents most often leave under.
Medicare
20%
Private pay
44%
Medicaid
36%
Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Iowa
Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines
Is Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines in a walkable area?
Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the occupancy rate at Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines?
Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines's occupancy is 93.4%.
Are there photos of Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines?
Yes — there are 34 photos of Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines?
(515) 266-1106 will put you in contact with the team at Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines.
Is Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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