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West Ridge Specialty Care

1904 West Howard Street, Knoxville, IA, 50138 · 6418423153

Nursing HomeMedicare CertifiedMedicaid CertifiedUpdated 2026-07-02
4.0
★★★★☆
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
4.0
Staffing
3.0
Quality Measures
3.0
78
Licensed Beds
3.0
Staffing Rating
West Ridge Specialty Care is a skilled nursing facility located at 1904 West Howard Street in Knoxville, Iowa, within Marion County. The facility operates with 78 certified beds and is classified under non-profit corporate ownership. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. CMS assigns West Ridge Specialty Care an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 4 stars, reflecting findings from state and federal inspection surveys conducted at the facility. The staffing rating is 3 stars, indicating staffing levels that are near the national average across registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, and certified nursing aide categories. The quality measure rating is also 3 stars, derived from clinical data points such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, pressure ulcers, and other resident health outcomes reported to CMS. West Ridge Specialty Care accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, which is relevant for residents seeking publicly funded coverage options. Individuals considering this facility are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (641) 842-3153 to inquire about current bed availability, private pay rates, and any additional insurance arrangements that may be applicable to their specific circumstances. When compared to national benchmarks, West Ridge Specialty Care performs above average in overall rating and health inspections, while staffing and quality measures align with the national midpoint. The national average overall star rating across CMS-certified nursing facilities is 3.0 stars, making the facility's 4-star overall rating a notable data point for those reviewing options in the Knoxville, Iowa area. Marion County residents and those researching care options in southern Iowa may find this facility relevant to their planning process. All ratings are sourced from CMS data and are subject to periodic updates based on new inspection cycles and reported clinical information.
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About CMS Star Ratings

CMS assigns 1–5 star ratings to Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing homes based on three domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The overall rating is a weighted composite.

A 5-star overall rating does not guarantee excellence in every domain — inspect each sub-rating independently. Data is updated quarterly.

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Data sourced from CMS Care Compare. Last updated via nightly pipeline.