Nursing homes in Linn County, Iowa
There are 18 certified nursing homes in Linn County, Iowa, with 1,312 beds between them.
56% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 382 health deficiencies over three cycles, 29.1 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $215K across 11 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Linn County | Iowa | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 18 | 387 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 56% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 29.1 | 31.7 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.9 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $215K | $7.5M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meth-Wick Health Center | Cedar Rapids | 69 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 2.9 | — | 26 Oct 2023 |
| St Luke'S Helen G Nassif Transitional Care Center | Cedar Rapids | 46 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 13.0 | — | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Terrace Glen Village | Marion | 40 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 25.0 | — | 19 Nov 2025 |
| West Ridge Care Center | Cedar Rapids | 60 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1.7 | — | 16 Nov 2023 |
| Oakview Nursing & Rehablitation - Marion | Marion | 40 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 32.5 | — | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Rehabilitation Center of Lisbon | Lisbon | 64 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4.7 | — | 21 Jan 2026 |
| The Gardens of Cedar Rapids | Cedar Rapids | 40 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 42.5 | $19K | 9 Jan 2025 |
| Hiawatha Care Center | Hiawatha | 109 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 9.2 | — | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Hallmar Village | Cedar Rapids | 55 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 22 | 40.0 | $12K | 23 Jun 2026 |
| Hallmark Care Center | Mount Vernon | 55 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 18 | 32.7 | — | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Linn Manor Care Center | Marion | 38 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 47.4 | — | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Living Center West | Cedar Rapids | 94 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 34 | 36.2 | $72K | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Winslow House Care Center | Marion | 50 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 16 | 32.0 | $18K | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Cottage Grove Place | Cedar Rapids | 64 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 23 | 35.9 | — | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Harmony Cedar Rapids | Cedar Rapids | 96 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 27 | 28.1 | $11K | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Heritage Specialty Care | Cedar Rapids | 171 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 50 | 29.2 | $14K | 28 May 2026 |
| Northbrook Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center | Cedar Rapids | 130 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 52 | 40.0 | $39K | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Silver Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation Center LLC | Marion | 91 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 60 | 65.9 | $29K | 23 Apr 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 39 |
| F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | 24 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 21 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 20 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 20 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 11 |
| Non profit | 7 |
Chains present: Legacy Healthcare (3), Life Care Services (2), Presbyterian Homes & Services (1), Care Initiatives (1), Ivy Healthcare Group (1), Pivotal Health Care (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Linn County, Iowa?
18 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 1,312 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Linn County have the highest CMS ratings?
Meth-Wick Health Center (5 stars), St Luke'S Helen G Nassif Transitional Care Center (5 stars), Terrace Glen Village (5 stars)
How do Linn County nursing homes compare with Iowa?
56% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 29.1 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.