1No Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
9225 Cascade AvenueWest Des Moines, IA 50266
2No Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below Iowa avg of 3.1
8950 Coachlight DriveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
3No Penalties- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing1.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Below Iowa avg of 3.1
7951 E P True ParkwayWest Des Moines, IA 50266
41 Penalty- Health Inspection1.0
- Staffing2.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Below Iowa avg of 3.1
5010 Grand Ridge DriveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Care landscape in West Des Moines
How West Des Moines compares with the rest of Iowa on three signals families ask about most.
- Population 65+14.4%
About 29% lower than the state average of 20.3%.
Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted) - Nurse staff turnover62.6%
About 42% higher than the state average of 44.2%.
CMS PBJ 2024 - Cognitive disability11.4%
About 17% lower than the state average of 13.8%.
CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)
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FAQ
Questions families ask about this page
How many facilities were evaluated in West Des Moines, IA?
This page evaluates 4 eligible nursing homes in West Des Moines, IA and shows the top 4.
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.