nursing home in Cedar Rapids, IA
Cottage Grove Place
2115 First Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 · (319) 363-2420
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Cottage Grove Place at a glance
Cottage Grove Place is a 64-bed non-profit nursing home in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Linn County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Iowa average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 1, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $44,526.
Nursing staff turnover is 38.6% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 64
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Services
- Medicare-certified since
- May 7, 1997
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Linn County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165322
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.23 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.56 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.11 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.89 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.6% | 44% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.5% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 104.3 | 54.5 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $44,526 | $19,286 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 64 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 54 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.7% | 81.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.7% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.5% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.4% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.7% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 32% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 12.2% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.2% | 4.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16.5% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.6% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.7% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 14, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| January 6, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| May 1, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 3, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| September 30, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 30, 2024 |
| September 30, 2024 Complaint | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 30, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 2, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Complaint | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 9, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| February 5, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 5, 2024 |
| February 5, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 5, 2024 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $44,526 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 14, 2026 | Fine | $44,526 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COTTAGE GROVE PLACE Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/01/1996 |
| FIRST INTERSTATE BANK Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2012 |
| LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/23/2025 |
| SNOOK, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/22/2025 |
| TAEGER, VINCENT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/22/2025 |
| COOPER, TAD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/29/2011 |
| HATTERY, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2021 |
| LANDIS, CLINT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| LANDIS, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/24/2021 |
| LENZEN, PHILIP Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2019 |
| MCCARTAN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| MEIBORG, TORY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/21/2018 |
| NASSIF, JANA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2023 |
| SHERMAN, EDWARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/20/2022 |
| SMITHSON, LELAND Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2019 |
| COOPER, TAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/19/2019 |
| LANDIS, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SHERMAN, EDWARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/20/2022 |
| COTTAGE GROVE PLACE Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/14/1992 |
| LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| SNOOK, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/07/2025 |
| TAEGER, VINCENT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cottage Grove Place's rating?
Cottage Grove Place has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Iowa nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Cottage Grove Place receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Cottage Grove Place accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Cottage Grove Place?
It is non profit - other and part of Life Care Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Cottage Grove Place and how do I contact it?
Cottage Grove Place is at 2115 First Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402. Phone: (319) 363-2420.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.