Newaldaya Lifescapes

Newaldaya Lifescapes is a skilled nursing facility located at 7511 University Avenue in Cedar Falls, Iowa (zip code 50613), situated in Black Hawk County. The facility operates as a non-profit corporation and holds Medicare and Medicaid certification. It has a total of 112 certified beds. CMS assigns Newaldaya Lifescapes an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. This overall rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average and reflects findings from state inspections conducted over a recent three-year period. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5, the highest possible score, indicating staffing levels that are notably above what CMS identifies as average for the category. The quality measure rating is also 5 out of 5, reflecting performance on clinical quality indicators tracked by CMS across resident populations. These component ratings together inform the 4-star overall designation. Newaldaya Lifescapes accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal insurance programs. Individuals and families seeking admission should contact the facility directly at (319) 268-0401 to inquire about current bed availability, private pay options, and any additional insurance plans the facility may accept at the time of inquiry. When compared to national benchmarks, the facility presents a mixed but generally favorable profile. Its overall 4-star rating places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The staffing and quality measure ratings of 5 stars each represent the top tier of CMS scoring, indicating performance that exceeds typical national levels in those categories. The health inspection rating of 2 stars is the primary factor tempering the overall score, as it falls below the national norm. Prospective residents and their representatives are encouraged to review the full CMS inspection report for Newaldaya Lifescapes, available through the Medicare Care Compare tool, to gain a detailed understanding of the specific findings that contributed to the health inspection rating.