On With Life
Ankeny, IA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 165163) · 28 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: —
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (515) 965-1339 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
On With Life in Ankeny, Iowa holds a CMS overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Iowa state average of 3.07 stars. Its health inspection rating is also 4 stars, though CMS staffing star rating data was not reported in this dataset.
CMS has not reported total nurse hours per resident per day, RN hours per resident per day, nursing staff turnover percentage, or a staffing star rating for On With Life in the available data. Families should consult Medicare Care Compare directly for current staffing details.
On With Life has no federal fines on record, with total fines of $0.00 and zero payment denials reported by CMS. No abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation appears in the available CMS data for this facility.
About this facility
On With Life is a Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home located in Ankeny, Polk County, Iowa. The facility is organized as a non-profit corporation and has been certified since August 20, 1991. It operates with 28 certified beds and an average of 24.5 residents, making it a small facility.
According to CMS Care Compare, On With Life holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Iowa state average of 3.07. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its quality measure (QM) rating is 4 stars. CMS staffing star rating, total nurse hours per resident per day, RN hours per resident per day, and nursing staff turnover percentage are not included in the available data; families should check Medicare Care Compare directly for these figures.
On the penalty record, CMS data shows 0 federal fines on record and total fines of $0.00, with 0 payment denials — indicating no federal fines on record for this facility. No abuse icon designation or Special Focus Facility status is present in the provided data, meaning neither flag applies according to this dataset.
There is no indication in the data that this facility is part of a multi-facility chain. CMS records show no change of ownership within the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
On With Life has an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, above the Iowa state average of 3.07.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, On With Life is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
CMS staffing hours per resident, RN hours, turnover percentage, and staffing star rating are not included in the available data; contact the facility at (515) 965-1339 or check Medicare Care Compare for current figures.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials — no federal fines on record.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The available data does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus Facility status for On With Life.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
On With Life has 28 certified beds with an average of 24.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
On With Life is owned by a non-profit corporation; the data does not indicate it is part of a chain.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since August 20, 1991.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; On With Life's overall, health inspection, and QM ratings are each 4 out of 5, while staffing was not reported here.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This information is not included in the provided data; contact the facility at (515) 965-1339 to confirm the services offered.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This dataset does not include tour or facility-condition details; contact the facility at (515) 965-1339 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review current details for On With Life at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/165163?state=IA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.