The Best Nursing Homes in
Des Moines, IA
Top-rated subacute rehab and skilled nursing facilities in Des Moines ranked by our Placet Trust Index. We prioritize RN staffing levels, health inspections, and rehospitalization outcomes.
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Reviewed
13
Total Beds
1,629
Avg Star Rating
2.7
Safety Warnings
2
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Best Rated
Best Rated by CMS Stars
The highest-rated nursing homes and rehab facilities in Des Moines, IA, ranked by CMS stars with RN staffing and Placet Trust Index as tie-breakers.
No Penalties
No Federal Fines on Record
Facilities in Des Moines, IA with no federal CMS civil monetary penalties on record, sorted by staffing strength and Trust Index.
Trach / Vent
High-Acuity Trach & Vent Placements
High-acuity rehab facilities in Des Moines, IA that list tracheostomy or ventilator capability, ranked by staffing and quality.
Memory Care
Memory Care & Dementia Units
Facilities in Des Moines, IA that list dementia or memory-care capability, ranked by Trust Index and staffing.
Cardiac Rehab
Cardiac Rehab Placements
Facilities in Des Moines, IA that list cardiac rehab programming, ranked by Placet Trust Index and CMS quality metrics.
The Top 5 Leaderboard
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YOUNKER REHABILITATION
Scottish Rite Park Inc
Wesley On Grand
Rehabilitation Center Of Des Moines
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center
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8 MoreTrinity Center At Luther Park
Calvin Community
Ramsey Village
Valley View Village
University Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines
Azria Health Park Place
Greater Southside Health And Rehabilitation
Common Questions about
Care in Des Moines
What is the highest-rated nursing home in Des Moines?
According to our data-driven quality matching, YOUNKER REHABILITATION is the top-ranked facility in Des Moines, with a Placet Trust Index of 4.1/5.0. This score weighs RN staffing hours, health inspections, and rehospitalization outcomes — not just CMS stars alone.
How many Des Moines facilities have active safety warnings?
Currently, 2 out of 13 reviewed facilities in Des Moines carry a formal CMS safety warning icon. These facilities are statistically more likely to have recurring deficiency citations.
Which facilities are best for post-surgical rehab?
For patients requiring intensive physical therapy, we recommend facilities with higher-than-average RN staffing. Check the top 5 leaderboard are optimized for faster clinical authorization and discharge.