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Living Center West

Average3-Star CMS Rating

1050 4th Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

94 Beds
Medicare Since 1996

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1050 4th Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

About Living Center West

Nursing home overview and details

Living Center West is an nursing home in Cedar Rapids, IA, serving Linn County and the surrounding community. The facility has 94 certified beds with an average daily census of 65.6 residents.

Living Center West has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1996, bringing 30 years of experience in long-term care.

The facility holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Cedar Rapids, IA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating3/5 Stars
Certified Beds94
Avg. Residents/Day65.6
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyLinn

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Living Center West has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. This composite rating helps families compare nursing homes when evaluating care options.

Health Inspection

Below Average

Quality Measures

Excellent

Staffing

Below Average

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Living Center West provides 3.00 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.38 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 56.5%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 66.7%. Weekend staffing averages 2.53 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.38
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.00
Total Nurse Turnover Rate56.5%
RN Turnover Rate66.7%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)2.53

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Living Center West has received 2 fines totaling $72,070, and has 3 total penalties on record. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines2 ($72,070)
Total Penalties3

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Living Center West

What is the CMS rating for Living Center West?

Living Center West has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Living Center West have?

Living Center West has 94 certified beds with an average daily census of 65.6 residents.

What type of facility is Living Center West?

Living Center West is a non profit - corporation nursing home serving Linn County in Cedar Rapids, IA.

How many doctors practice at Living Center West?

Affiliated doctor information is not currently available for Living Center West.

Does Living Center West have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Living Center West has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·