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HomeIowaWest Ridge Care Center

West Ridge Care Center

3131 F Avenue NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 524053193903367WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.5on Google(23 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
60
certified

How West Ridge Care Center Compares in Iowa

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Iowa. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
IA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
IA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
IA average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.33 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.80 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
33.9%
IA average
44.1%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Iowa average of 3.1/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Iowa average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.33 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.81.
Staff turnover is 33.9%, lower than the Iowa average of 44.1%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 12, 2024
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 29, 2026
The two inspection cycles recorded the same number of deficiency citations.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,148/mo
Iowa median
Private Room
$8,091/mo
Iowa median
Linn County 65+
38,047
16.6% of county
County Population
229,308
Linn County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

West Ridge Care Center is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Cedar Rapids, Iowa with 60 certified beds. It has been operating since 2006. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
60
Avg Residents/Day
50.9
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 2006
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Linn
Last Inspection
Jan 29, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
0.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (1)

F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Nov 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.79 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.74 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.80 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.33 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.96 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.10 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
33.9%
RN Turnover
20.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for West Ridge Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
West Ridge Care Center
Cedar Rapids, IACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Heritage Specialty Care
Cedar Rapids, IA1.0 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $14,365
Meth-Wick Health Center
Cedar Rapids, IA1.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Living Center West
Cedar Rapids, IA2.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $72,070
The Gardens Of Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA3.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $19,383
St Luke's Helen G Nassif Transitional Care Center
Cedar Rapids, IA3.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Harmony Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA3.8 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $10,358
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
West Ridge Care Center
Cedar Rapids, IA · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Heritage Specialty Care
Cedar Rapids, IA
1.0 mi1/51/53/5$14,365
Meth-Wick Health Center
Cedar Rapids, IA
1.1 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Living Center West
Cedar Rapids, IA
2.9 mi2/52/51/5$72,070
The Gardens Of Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA
3.1 mi4/53/55/5$19,383
St Luke's Helen G Nassif Transitional Care Center
Cedar Rapids, IA
3.6 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Harmony Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA
3.8 mi1/51/52/5$10,358

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for West Ridge Care Center?▾
West Ridge Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does West Ridge Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Iowa is $7,148/month for a semi-private room and $8,091/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). West Ridge Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has West Ridge Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
West Ridge Care Center had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 29, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at West Ridge Care Center?▾
West Ridge Care Center provides 4.33 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.80 RN hours, 0.74 LPN hours, and 2.79 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 33.9%.
How many beds does West Ridge Care Center have?▾
West Ridge Care Center has 60 certified beds with an average of 50.9 residents per day, resulting in approximately 85% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near West Ridge Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa, including 6 in Cedar Rapids. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about West Ridge Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, West Ridge Care Center has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 23 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.