The Cottages
Pella, IA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 165607) · 100 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: 3 totaling $52,060
Phone: (641) 628-1244 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Cottages in Pella, Iowa has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Iowa state average of 3.07. Its health inspection rating is also 1 star, while its staffing rating is 4 stars.
The Cottages reports 4.18 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.92 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 4. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 50.0%.
The Cottages has 3 federal fines on record totaling $52,060.00, with 0 payment denials. CMS does not list an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility based on the data provided.
About this facility
The Cottages is a non-profit nursing home in Pella, Iowa (Marion County), certified for Medicare and Medicaid since May 2014. It maintains 100 certified beds with an average of 87 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, The Cottages holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Iowa state average of 3.07. Its four component ratings vary: health inspections are rated 1 star, quality measures are rated 4 stars, and staffing is rated 4 stars.
Nurse staffing levels total 4.18 hours per resident per day, including 0.92 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 50.0%.
CMS records show 3 federal fines totaling $52,060.00 for this facility. There have been 0 payment denials on record.
The Cottages is part of the Wesleylife chain, which operates 10 facilities with an average chain rating of 3.8 stars. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so ratings reflect the current operator.
Families reviewing this facility should note the low overall and health inspection ratings relative to the state average when evaluating options. Data sourced from CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Cottages has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is below the Iowa state average of 3.07.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The Cottages accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 4.18 hours per resident per day, with 0.92 RN hours per resident per day, and staffing turnover is 50.0%, earning a staffing star rating of 4.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 3 fines totaling $52,060.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The provided data does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus designation for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The Cottages has 100 certified beds and an average daily population of 87 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
The Cottages is a non-profit corporation and is part of the Wesleylife chain, which operates 10 facilities with an average rating of 3.8 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare and Medicaid certification on May 30, 2014.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; The Cottages scores 1 star overall, 1 star for health inspections, 4 stars for staffing, and 4 stars for quality measures.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify rehabilitation services; contact the facility at 6416281244 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 6416281244 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the latest ratings and inspection details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/165607?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.