RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Cedar Rapids, IA (2026)

Compare all 10 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Cedar Rapids, IA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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10Nursing Homes in Cedar Rapids
2.7/5
-0.4 vs state avgState avg: 3.10Cedar Rapids Avg Rating
$28K$26K vs state avgState avg: $53KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeCedar Rapids, IA

Meth-Wick Health Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
69 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2025

Above Iowa avg of 3.1

1625 Brendelwood DriveCedar Rapids, IA 52405

(319) 365-9171

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeCedar Rapids, IA

West Ridge Care Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Iowa avg of 3.1

3131 F Avenue NwCedar Rapids, IA 52405

(319) 390-3367

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeCedar Rapids, IA

St Luke's Helen G Nassif Transitional Care Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
46 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above Iowa avg of 3.1

1420 Unitypoint WayCedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 366-8701

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41 Penalty

Nursing HomeCedar Rapids, IA

The Gardens Of Cedar Rapids

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
40 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Iowa avg of 3.1

5710 Dean Road SwCedar Rapids, IA 52404

(319) 632-1469

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51 Penalty

Nursing HomeCedar Rapids, IA

Hallmar Village

Faith-based

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
55 BedsStandard health inspection Oct 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

8900 C Avenue NeCedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 369-4638

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63 Penalties

Nursing HomeCedar Rapids, IA

Living Center West

Non-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
94 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

1050 4th Avenue SeCedar Rapids, IA 52403

(319) 366-8714

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7No Penalties

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Cottage Grove Place

Non-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
64 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

2115 First Avenue SeCedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 363-2420

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81 Penalty

Nursing HomeCedar Rapids, IA

Heritage Specialty Care

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
171 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

200 Clive Drive SwCedar Rapids, IA 52404

(319) 396-7171

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91 Penalty

Nursing HomeCedar Rapids, IA

Harmony Cedar Rapids

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
96 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

1940 First Avenue NeCedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 364-5151

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102 Penalties

Nursing HomeCedar Rapids, IA

Northbrook Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
130 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

6420 Council Street NeCedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 393-1447

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City report

Care landscape in Cedar Rapids

How Cedar Rapids compares with the rest of Iowa on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+16.8%

    About 17% lower than the state average of 20.3%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover48.3%

    About 9% higher than the state average of 44.2%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.3%

    A little higher than the state average of 13.8%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Cedar Rapids, IA?

This page evaluates 10 eligible nursing homes in Cedar Rapids, IA and shows the top 10.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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