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Skilled Nursing in Des Moines, IA

24-hour licensed nursing care and rehabilitation — the highest level of medical care outside a hospital. Federally inspected and rated.

Planning estimate
$8,860–$11,100/mo
Modeled range · not a community quote
Communities listed
52

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What you can compare in Des Moines, IA

Start with the details that help your family decide which communities to visit. Here is what is available across these 52 listings.

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0Floor plans & visit resourcesNot on file here yet

A clearer starting point for costs

No published monthly prices or room rents are on file for these listings yet. Ask each community for a written quote covering housing, care, and additional fees. Starting rents may exclude care and other charges. Planning estimates are separate from published prices. Confirm the total cost for your loved one’s needs.

Counts describe information in Haven’s files, not community quality or all licensed communities. Photos may change; reviews reflect individual experiences. Inspection information includes federal findings and state report links, which cover different types of care. Missing information does not mean there were no concerns. How we use public records

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Seniors needing 24/7 licensed nursing, complex medical care, or short-term rehabilitation after a hospital stay.

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Skilled Nursing communities in Des Moines

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Westview of Indianola Care Center

Scout 95

Indianola, IA · 71 beds

5.0CMS rating

4.6/5 Google · 21 reviews · retrieved 2026-08-03

Skilled Nursing89% reported occupancy

One of Indianola's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Skilled Nursing pricingCurrent community price not reported · ask the community
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Azria Health Winterset

Scout 40

Winterset, IA · 65 beds

2.0CMS rating

4.8/5 Google · 16 reviews · retrieved 2026-08-03

30 federal inspection citations on file · view findings & dates →
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)82% reported occupancy

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Winterset.

Skilled Nursing pricingCurrent community price not reported · ask the community
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Skilled Nursing in Des Moines: common questions

How much does skilled nursing cost in Des Moines?

Skilled Nursing in the Des Moines, IA area has a modeled planning range of $8,860–$11,100 per month. This is not a measured local median or a community quote. 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. Exact rates vary by community, residence type, and care needs.

How do I choose skilled nursing in Des Moines?

Compare source-labeled records first (CMS ratings and inspections for nursing homes), confirm all-in monthly pricing, then tour your top 2–3. Use the free family guide and tour planner to organize your questions and compare options.