Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines

Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines

Des Moines, Iowa

Abuse icon: CMS has cited this facility for abuse in the past two reporting cycles.
Address

4911 Sw 19th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315

Phone

+1 515-285-2559

1.3 /10

Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines Quality & Safety Report

Poor

Inspections: 1★ (50%) Staffing: 4★ (25%) Quality: 3★ (25%)

CMS Official Overall: 1★ / 5

CMS data as of January 2026

This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. Learn more →

$60,559 fines 8 health deficiencies Abuse citation

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies
National median: 7
8 above national median
Total federal penalties
$60,559
Abuse citation
CMS has cited this facility for abuse in one of the two most recent reporting cycles.

CMS data as of January 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing
National median: 4.12 hrs
4.82 hrs above national median
Registered nurse (RN)
0.70 hrs
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
0.42 hrs
Certified nursing aide (CNA)
2.95 hrs
Physical therapy
0.01 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating stable at 1 stars across 18 data points.

Quality rating trend for Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines 1 2 3 4 5 Jun 24 Sep 24 Dec 24 Apr 25 Jul 25 Dec 25 Feb 26
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Facility profile

Type
Skilled Nursing Facility · Building
Capacity
89 certified beds · ~80 avg residents/day (89% occupancy)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Payment accepted
Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Accura Healthcare of South Des Moines is an 89-bed, for-profit skilled nursing facility located in Des Moines, Iowa. The center holds a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reflecting a 1-star health inspection score despite a 4-star rating for staffing levels. Quality measures for the facility are currently rated at 3 out of 5 stars.

Location

4911 Sw 19th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315, Des Moines, IA

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines?
Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars.
How did Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines score on health inspections?
Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines received a health inspection rating of 1 out of 5 stars from CMS.
What is the staffing rating for Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines?
Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines has a staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
How many beds does Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines have?
Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines has 89 certified beds.
Does Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Where is Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines located?
Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines is located at 4911 Sw 19th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315, Des Moines, Iowa.
How can I contact Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines?
You can reach Accura Healthcare Of South Des Moines by phone at +1 515-285-2559.

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