Calvin Community

Calvin Community is a nonprofit, corporation-owned skilled nursing facility located at 4210 Hickman Road in Des Moines, Iowa (ZIP 50310), within Polk County. The facility operates 59 certified beds and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It can be reached by phone at (515) 277-6141. Calvin Community holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns these ratings based on three component measures: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The health inspection rating for this facility is 3 stars, reflecting results that are in line with the national average. The staffing rating is 5 stars, the highest score available, indicating staffing levels that substantially exceed national norms. The quality measure rating stands at 3 stars, consistent with the national average for this category. These individual ratings are compiled by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and are drawn from inspection reports, payroll-based staffing data, and clinical quality indicators. Calvin Community is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification means the facility is able to serve residents who rely on federal Medicare coverage, which generally applies to short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, as well as residents who qualify for Medicaid, the joint federal and state program that may cover longer-term custodial care for those who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria. Individuals and families should contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current acceptance of specific insurance plans and payment arrangements. When compared to the national average overall star rating of 3.0 stars, Calvin Community's overall rating of 4 stars places it above that benchmark. The staffing component is a particular area where the facility distinguishes itself in the data, earning the maximum 5-star rating. Both the health inspection and quality measure components are rated at 3 stars, consistent with national norms. As a nonprofit, corporation-operated facility with 59 certified beds, Calvin Community represents a mid-size care setting within the Des Moines area. The CMS ratings reflect data reported to the federal government and are updated periodically. Prospective residents and their representatives are encouraged to review the most current inspection reports and staffing disclosures available through the CMS Care Compare database when evaluating this or any skilled nursing facility.