nursing home in West Bend, IA

West Bend Health and Rehabilitation

203 Fourth Street NW, West Bend, IA 50597 · (515) 887-4071

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

West Bend Health and Rehabilitation at a glance

West Bend Health and Rehabilitation is a 45-bed for-profit nursing home in West Bend, Iowa (Palo Alto County).

CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Iowa average of 3.1.

Residents receive about 2.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 25, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
45
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
The Ensign Group
Medicare-certified since
November 14, 2001
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Palo Alto County
CMS Certification Number
165444

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityIowa avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.7 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.3 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.3 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility2.94 hrsIowa average3.82 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Iowa and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIowa avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)2.94 hrs3.82 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.59 hrs0.74 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.09 hrs2.52 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.66 hrs3.37 hrs3.42 hrsWorse

Inspections

This facility2Iowa average6U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Iowa and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIowa avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)269Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)033Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)1954.580.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Iowa average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Iowa and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIowa avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$19,286$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityIowa avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds4565107
Average residents per day435286
Occupancy96%81.5%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0.7%Iowa average3.8%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Iowa and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIowa avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0.7%3.8%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)1.5%4.2%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)13.4%19.5%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%2.4%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%1.5%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)10%17.1%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)8.3%16.6%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)3%4.6%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)47.3%4.2%12.8%Worse
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)19.7%20.8%19.5%Average
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)28.9%25.6%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)94.9%95.3%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98%94%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility3%Iowa average2.1%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Iowa and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIowa avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)3%2.1%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)75%73.3%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)91.9%84%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 18 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 25, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 29, 2026
June 25, 2026
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 26, 2026
June 25, 2026
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 29, 2026
June 25, 2026
Standard
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 11, 2026
June 25, 2026
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 11, 2026
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 9, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 7, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
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 May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 16, 2025
December 16, 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 January 22, 2025
December 16, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 22, 2025
December 16, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 22, 2025
March 7, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 25, 2024
March 7, 2024
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 27, 2024
March 7, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 3, 2024
March 7, 2024
Standard
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 3, 2024
March 7, 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 April 3, 2024
March 7, 2024
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 April 3, 2024
March 7, 2024
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 April 3, 2024
March 7, 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 April 3, 2024
January 12, 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 January 30, 2024

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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
4TH STREET HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/18/2011
BURNAM, SOON
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/09/2025
CARETRUST GP LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/18/2011
CARETRUST REIT INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/18/2011
CTR PARTNERSHIP LP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/18/2011
ENSIGN SERVICES INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2011
KLEINSTREUBER, PETER
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/09/2025
OWEN, BRENT
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/09/2025
JORGENSEN, DAVID
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2024
BURNAM, SOON
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/18/2011
KEETCH, CHAD
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2011
KOENIG, DEBRA
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2020
SATO, AMI
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2024
PORT, BARRY
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/09/2025
KLEINSTREUBER, PETER
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE11/19/2019
OWEN, BRENT
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE05/01/2014
KLEINSTREUBER, PETER
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/19/2019
OWEN, BRENT
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/01/2014
VENTURA MEDSTAFF, LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/18/2011

Other nursing homes near West Bend Health and Rehabilitation

  1. Good Samaritan - Algona

    412 West Kennedy Street, Algona, IA 50511 · 12.9 mi

    Non-profit · 72 beds · Part of Good Samaritan Society

    ★★★★★3Average
  2. Algona Manor Care Center

    2221 East McGregor Street, Algona, IA 50511 · 14.3 mi

    For-profit · 46 beds

    • CMS high performer
    ★★★★★5Much above average
  3. Emmetsburg Care Center

    2405 21st Street, Emmetsburg, IA 50536 · 15.5 mi

    For-profit · 46 beds · Part of Legacy Healthcare

    ★★★★★1Much below average
  4. Lakeside Lutheran Home

    301 North Lawler Street, Emmetsburg, IA 50536 · 16.2 mi

    Non-profit · 55 beds

    ★★★★★3Average
  5. Palo Alto County Hospital

    3201 First Street, Emmetsburg, IA 50536 · 16.6 mi

    Government · 22 beds

    ★★★★★4Above average
  6. Humboldt County Memorial Hospital

    1000 North 15th Street, Humboldt, IA 50548 · 19 mi

    Government · 28 beds

    • CMS high performer
    ★★★★★5Much above average

All nursing homes in West Bend, IA · Compare side by side

Frequently asked questions

What is West Bend Health and Rehabilitation's rating?

West Bend Health and Rehabilitation has 5 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 West Bend Health and Rehabilitation receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does West Bend Health and Rehabilitation 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 West Bend Health and Rehabilitation?

It is for profit - corporation and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is West Bend Health and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?

West Bend Health and Rehabilitation is at 203 Fourth Street NW, West Bend, IA 50597. Phone: (515) 887-4071.

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.