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Scout 100Ankeny, IA · 28 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
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Est. $8,860–$11,100/mo
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University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
233 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314 · Polk County
University Park and Arbor Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Community is located in Des Moines, IA. his community offers skilled nursing care..
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 71% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Des Moines
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Des Moines, IA, with 108 certified beds and an average of about 77 residents per day. It operates as part of the Campbell Street Services network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.74 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.72 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.74 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Des Moines, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 108
- Avg. residents/day
- 77
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Campbell Street Services
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 165272
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,860–$11,100/mo (median $9,710) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Des Moines prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.74
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.72
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 45.1%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 4
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-05Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-05-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2025-05-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-01-30Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
2025-01-30Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
Location
233 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
How much does University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center cost?
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Des Moines, IA area typically runs $8,860–$11,100 per month (median $9,710, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.74 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 71% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Des Moines, IA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 108 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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