Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Overview of Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines

Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines is a 74-bed skilled nursing facility in Des Moines, Iowa, offering short-term rehabilitation, post-hospital care, long-term care, short-term respite care, and transitional care. It is operated by Ensign Group.

The facility operates outside the CMS certification system, meaning star ratings or federally reported inspection data are not available. Families evaluating this community will not find CMS-tracked staffing ratios, health inspection scores, or quality measure benchmarks. Without that framework, the primary performance relies more heavily on the operator’s reputation — Ensign Group operates a large national portfolio of post-acute facilities — and the services confirmed on-site.

In-house therapy supports the residents recovering from the post-acute and short-stay population that the facility is clearly oriented toward. A doctor on staff provides on-site medical oversight. Rooms are available in private and semi-private configurations, with river views noted in the facility description. The facility also offers a monthly activity calendar and a holistic wellness program, coordinated by therapy and nursing staff.

Rehabilitation Center of Des Moines is best suited for patients transitioning from a hospital stay who need short-term rehabilitation or transitional care in Des Moines, as well as for families seeking long-term placement with in-house therapy and private rooms.

(515) 266-1106 contact-desmoines@ensignservices.net

Walk Score: 52 / 100

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, Stay Active, Videos & Photos, MenuMenu

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).

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.

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).

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).

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

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

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.

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Benefits

Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

Compare Nursing Home around Des Moines

The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

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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.

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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