Skilled Care Home Health Services
West Des Moines, IA · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 167441)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): not surveyed
Serves: 12 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (515) 974-6451 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Skilled Care Home Health Services is not yet rated on the CMS quality star scale, and its patient survey star rating is also not currently available. Because the agency was only certified in April 2024, CMS may not yet have enough data to publish these ratings.
The specific services offered by Skilled Care Home Health Services are not listed in the available CMS data, so contact the agency directly to confirm which services it provides. The agency does serve a total of 12 ZIP codes from its office in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Yes, Skilled Care Home Health Services is Medicare-certified, with CCN 167441, certified since April 26, 2024, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. Coverage specifics beyond certification status are not detailed in the available data.
About this agency
Skilled Care Home Health Services is a Medicare-certified home health agency located in West Des Moines, Iowa, serving a service area of 12 ZIP codes. According to CMS Care Compare data, the agency has been Medicare-certified since April 26, 2024 (CCN 167441).
The specific services offered by this agency (such as skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, or home health aide services) are not specified in the available CMS data. Likewise, the agency's ownership type (for-profit, non-profit, or government) is not listed in the data provided.
Regarding quality measures, CMS Care Compare data indicates that Skilled Care Home Health Services is not yet rated on the CMS quality star rating scale, so no comparison to the Iowa state average star rating of 3 can be made at this time. The agency's patient survey star rating is also not available in the current data. Similarly, figures for how often patients received timely care after a referral or the percentage of patients who improved in their ability to walk are not included in the data set reviewed.
Because this agency is newly certified as of 2024, it is possible that CMS has not yet accumulated sufficient data to generate these ratings. Prospective patients and caregivers are encouraged to consult the official CMS Care Compare website directly for the most current rating information, and to contact the agency to confirm the services it provides and its ownership structure.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Skilled Care Home Health Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 167441), certified since April 26, 2024, so Medicare covers eligible home health services when ordered by a doctor.
What services does this agency offer (nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech, aide)?
The available CMS data does not list specific services offered; contact the agency at (515) 974-6451 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The agency is not yet rated on the CMS quality star scale, so no comparison can be made to the Iowa state average of 3 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
A patient survey star rating for this agency is not available in the current CMS data; contact the agency at (515) 974-6451 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review official ratings and data for this agency using the Medicare Care Compare website at the agency's listing page.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
Skilled Care Home Health Services serves a total of 12 ZIP codes from its office in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 12 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Since specific service and staffing details are not published in CMS data, ask the agency directly about services offered, staff qualifications, and coverage areas by calling (515) 974-6451.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
Home health care is skilled, medically necessary care such as nursing or therapy ordered by a doctor, while non-medical home care involves non-skilled assistance like companionship or help with daily activities; the data provided does not specify which type this agency offers.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
Skilled Care Home Health Services has been Medicare-certified since April 26, 2024.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
Ownership type is not specified in the available CMS data; contact the agency at (515) 974-6451 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost information is not published by CMS; contact the agency at (515) 974-6451 to discuss payment and coverage details.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can reach Skilled Care Home Health Services by phone at (515) 974-6451.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 04/26/2024. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.