Prairie Vista Village

Prairie Vista Village is a skilled nursing facility located at 2785 1st Avenue S in Altoona, Iowa, within Polk County. The facility operates with 46 certified beds and is owned and operated as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve residents under either program. Prairie Vista Village holds an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated using data from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures, and are intended to help consumers compare nursing home performance across facilities. The health inspection rating for this facility stands at 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting the findings from standard and complaint inspections conducted by state surveyors. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5 stars, based on the hours of care provided per resident per day by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants, adjusted for patient acuity using MDS assessment data. The quality measure rating is also 5 out of 5 stars, derived from clinical data reported for both long-stay and short-stay residents across a range of health outcomes. Prairie Vista Village accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification means the facility can serve residents who qualify under either federal program. Prospective residents or their representatives are advised to contact the facility directly at (515) 967-8700 to confirm current bed availability, accepted insurance plans, and any applicable private pay arrangements. Payment structures and coverage terms can vary and should be verified prior to admission. When compared to national benchmarks, Prairie Vista Village performs above average across most measured categories. The national average overall star rating is 3.0 stars, and this facility's rating of 5 stars indicates performance in the top tier of CMS-rated nursing homes nationwide. The staffing and quality measure ratings, each at 5 stars, further reflect above-average standing relative to the broader national distribution of nursing facilities. The health inspection rating of 4 stars also falls above the national average. These ratings are based on publicly available data reported to CMS and are updated periodically as new inspection and clinical data become available. Ratings should be considered alongside other factors, such as facility visits and direct conversations with staff, when evaluating care options.