Norwalk Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Norwalk Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit, corporately owned skilled nursing facility located at 921 Sunset Drive in Norwalk, Iowa, within Warren County. The facility holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid services and operates with a licensed capacity of 45 certified beds. The facility carries an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns these ratings based on three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Norwalk Nursing and Rehabilitation Center received a 4-star rating in health inspections, indicating a stronger performance in that category relative to national norms. The staffing rating is 1 star, the lowest rating on the CMS scale, suggesting staffing levels that fall below what CMS considers average for facilities of its type. The quality measure rating stands at 2 stars, reflecting performance on clinical outcome metrics that is below the national average. These component ratings are derived from data submitted to and verified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Norwalk Nursing and Rehabilitation Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal insurance programs for long-term care financing. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility are encouraged to contact the business office directly at (515) 981-0604 to inquire about current bed availability, private pay rates, and any additional insurance arrangements the facility may accommodate. When comparing the facility's component ratings to national benchmarks, a mixed profile emerges. The 4-star health inspection rating positions the facility above average in regulatory compliance and survey outcomes, while the 1-star staffing rating represents a notable gap relative to the national standard. The 2-star quality measure rating suggests that certain resident health outcomes tracked by CMS are below average at this location. The overall 3-star rating, matching the national average, reflects the combined weight of these three components. Prospective residents and their representatives may wish to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare report for detailed inspection findings, staffing hour data, and individual quality measure scores before making care decisions.