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West Ridge Care Center

3131 F Avenue Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 · Linn County

Looking for short-term rehabilitation or long-term care? One visit to West Ridge Care Center and you’ll see the difference our treatment can make.

5.0CMS overall rating(319) 390-3367Visit website ↗
97
Exceptional
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 86% full (52 of 60 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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.

One of Cedar Rapids's top-rated skilled nursing communities

West Ridge Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Cedar Rapids, IA, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 52 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.78 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.12 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No deficiencies at last standard survey
  • No federal fines on record

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Cedar Rapids for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
60
Avg. residents/day
52
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
165567

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$8,600–$10,770/mo (median $9,420)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cedar Rapids prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
4.12
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.78
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
36.5%
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)
0
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2026-01-29
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (1 citations on record — showing the latest 1). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2023-11-16Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

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
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Daily activities & events
  • Private rooms available

Location

3131 F Avenue Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA

  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about West Ridge Care Center

How much does West Ridge Care Center cost?

West Ridge Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Cedar Rapids, IA area typically runs $8,600–$10,770 per month (median $9,420, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is West Ridge Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates West Ridge Care Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at West Ridge Care Center?

Staff provide about 4.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at West Ridge Care Center?

West Ridge Care Center has 1 health citation on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does West Ridge Care Center have availability?

Typically 86% full (52 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does West Ridge Care Center offer?

West Ridge Care Center in Cedar Rapids, IA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 60 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Cedar Rapids.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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