Nursing homes in Urbandale, IA
Compare 3 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Urbandale, part of the Polk area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 3.7★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Urbandale residents have access to three nursing homes located within the 50322 and 50323 ZIP codes in Polk County. According to CMS Care Compare data, these facilities hold an average overall rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars. Two of these local centers currently maintain a top 5-star rating, including Karen Acres Care Center, which is operated by CRYSTAL INC, providing families with reliable options for long-term clinical care.
Rating distribution
avg 3.7★ · 3 homesProvider mix in Urbandale
3 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
- CRYSTAL INC1 home
- IMMANUEL1 home
- GABRIEL SEBBAG & THE SAMARA FAMILY1 home
What to look for in Urbandale
- 1 home scores below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
- 1 of 3 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 2 homes hold the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 1 of 3 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Urbandale
| Karen Acres Care Center CRYSTAL INC · Small · For Profit | 5.0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Deerfield Health Care Center IMMANUEL · Small · Not for Profit | 5.0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 4 |
| Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center GABRIEL SEBBAG & THE SAMARA FAMILY · Medium · For Profit | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
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