Nursing homes in Ankeny, IA

Compare 4 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Ankeny, part of the Polk area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 3.8★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.

Residents of Ankeny, Iowa, have access to four nursing homes located within the 50021 and 50023 ZIP codes. According to CMS Care Compare data, these Polk County facilities maintain an average overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars. Two of these local centers currently hold a top 5-star designation, including the highest-rated facility, On With Life, which provides specialized care for the surrounding community.

What to look for in Ankeny

• 2 homes score below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
• 3 of 4 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
• 2 homes hold the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
• 2 of 4 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 4 highest rated nursing homes in Ankeny

1. 1
   On With Life

   ON WITH LIFE INC · Small
   5.0
2. 2
   Mill-Pond

   PRESBYTERIAN HOMES & SERVICES · Medium
   5.0
3. 3
   The Bridges at Ankeny

   CAMPBELL STREET SERVICES · Medium
   3.0
4. 4
   Sunny View Care Center

   ANKENY HEALTHCARE ENTERPRISES, LLC · Medium
   2.0

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