Meth-Wick Health Center
Scout 100Cedar Rapids, IA · 69 beds
One of Cedar Rapids's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
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.




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Typically 86% full (52 of 60 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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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.
None noted in the public data.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
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.
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.
3131 F Avenue Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityWest 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
West Ridge Care Center in Cedar Rapids, IA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 60 beds.
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.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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