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Living Center West is a 3-star rated nursing home in Cedar Rapids, IA with 94 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 2/5, staffing 2/5, quality measures 5/5.

The facility has 30 health violations on record. Federal fines total $6,576 across 5 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: January 9, 2025.

Staff turnover rate: 65.1% — significantly above the national average.

Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Iowa public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.

Inspection History Overview

Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data

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Detailed Inspection Reports

Notice: These are official CMS inspection narratives containing detailed regulatory findings. This information is not available in searchable format anywhere else online.

Health Inspection

Fines and Penalties by Year

2022 4 penalties totaling $5,921

$1,973

Fine

$1,645

Fine

$1,316

Fine

$987

Fine

2021 1 penalties totaling $655

$655

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2025 2 violations

Tag 0583 D Jan 9, 2025

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

✓ Corrected: Jan 10, 2025
Tag 0609 D Jan 9, 2025

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Jan 10, 2025

2024 16 violations

Tag 0550 E Jun 6, 2024

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Tag 0658 D Jun 6, 2024

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Tag 0686 D Jun 6, 2024

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Tag 0690 E Jun 6, 2024

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Tag 0835 E Jun 6, 2024

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Tag 0658 D May 8, 2024

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Tag 0684 D May 8, 2024

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Tag 0686 G May 8, 2024

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Tag 0550 D Jan 18, 2024

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

✓ Corrected: Jan 26, 2024
Tag 0561 D Jan 18, 2024

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

✓ Corrected: Jan 26, 2024
Tag 0600 G Jan 18, 2024

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Jan 26, 2024
Tag 0689 D Jan 18, 2024

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jan 26, 2024
Tag 0698 D Jan 18, 2024

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Jan 26, 2024
Tag 0725 D Jan 18, 2024

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

✓ Corrected: Jan 26, 2024
Tag 0761 D Jan 18, 2024

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Jan 26, 2024
Tag 0880 E Jan 18, 2024

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jan 26, 2024

2023 2 violations

Tag 0684 G Oct 12, 2023

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2023
Tag 0689 G Oct 12, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2023

2022 1 violations

Tag 0658 D May 25, 2022

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: Jun 25, 2022

2021 1 violations

Tag 0804 E Mar 18, 2021

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

✓ Corrected: Mar 31, 2021

2019 4 violations

Tag 0622 D May 2, 2019

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

✓ Corrected: May 11, 2019
Tag 0644 D May 2, 2019

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

✓ Corrected: May 11, 2019
Tag 0759 D May 2, 2019

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

✓ Corrected: May 11, 2019
Tag 0812 E May 2, 2019

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: May 11, 2019

2018 3 violations

Tag 0656 D Feb 8, 2018

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Feb 15, 2018
Tag 0812 E Feb 8, 2018

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Feb 15, 2018
Tag 0880 E Feb 8, 2018

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Feb 15, 2018

2016 1 violations

Tag 0371 E Dec 8, 2016

Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.

✓ Corrected: Dec 20, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions About Living Center West

What violations has Living Center West received?
Living Center West has 30 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of Living Center West?
Living Center West has a 3-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an average rating, meeting basic quality standards. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was Living Center West last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is Living Center West safe?
Safety at Living Center West should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact Living Center West?
Phone: (319) 366-8714. Address: 1050 4th Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does Living Center West offer?
Living Center West is a skilled nursing facility with 94 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
What are better facilities near Cedar Rapids, IA?
Compare Living Center West with other nursing homes in Cedar Rapids, IA on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: January 9, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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