About West Ridge Care Center
West Ridge Care Center, located in Cedar Rapids, IA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose West Ridge Care Center
- High Quality Care: With a 5-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- Top Ranked: Ranked #2 out of 34 facilities within 25 miles.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.12 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 5 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.12 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
West Ridge Care Center provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 |
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| Health Inspection | 5 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 5 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 15.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 11.8% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.9% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.7% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 24.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 3.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 5.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 4.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 2.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 99.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 90.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 23.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 3.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 94.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 7.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 6.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 8.5% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
No Complaints on Record
This facility has no complaints filed in our database, which suggests good resident satisfaction and quality care.
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
WEST RIDGE ASSOCIATES INC
Ownership Structure
- ANN D AHEARN REVOCABLE TRUST Direct: NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED
- SUSAN ARP SAMPLE Direct: 21%
- RICHARD CURPHEY Direct: NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED
- WILLIAM OLIN Direct: NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED
- MICHAEL PIETRZAK Direct: NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED
- ELAINE SAMPLE Direct: 6%
- ROBERT SAMPLE Direct: 6%
- PEGGY WARNER Direct: 16%
- TERRY WARNER Direct: 16%
Management & Direction
- SUSAN ARP SAMPLE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- BRENT BASKERVILLE ADP OF THE SNF
- BRENT BASKERVILLE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- BCG HOLDINGS INC ADP OF THE SNF
- BLUE STONE THERAPY INC ADP OF THE SNF
- BRIGHTON CONSULTING GROUP LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- KATHERINE CANDIA OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CATTAIL BCG LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- CATTAIL INC ADP OF THE SNF
- CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP ADP OF THE SNF
- RICHARD CURPHEY CORPORATE OFFICER
- MICHAEL DREISMEIER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- E C S I INC ADP OF THE SNF
- IOWA HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATION ADP OF THE SNF
- NUCARA LONG TERM CARE PHARMACY LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- WILLIAM OLIN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL PIETRZAK CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PM ACQUISITION LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- ELAINE SAMPLE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ROBERT SAMPLE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- SDG TECHNOLOGY ADP OF THE SNF
- KATIE TENNEY OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CHARLENE VASEY LARSON ADP OF THE SNF
- NELL WAGNER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- PEGGY WARNER CORPORATE OFFICER
- TERRY WARNER CORPORATE OFFICER
- CHATYRIS WILLIAMS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CLETE YOUNGER ADP OF THE SNF
- CLETE YOUNGER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meth-Wick Health Center | N/A | 5 |
| West Ridge Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Oaknoll Retirement Residence | N/A | 5 |
| Virginia Gay Nursing and Rehab, LLC | N/A | 5 |
| Colonial Manor of Amana | N/A | 5 |
| Briarwood Healthcare Center | N/A | 5 |
| Solon Nursing Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Keystone Nursing Care Center Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Rehabilitation Center of Lisbon | N/A | 4 |
| St Luke's Helen G Nassif Transitional Care Center | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
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Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact West Ridge Care Center directly at 3193903367. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.