Quick answers
- Where is Cottage Grove Place?
- 2115 First Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, in Linn County, Iowa.
- What is the phone number of Cottage Grove Place?
- (319) 363-2420, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Cottage Grove Place?
- Medicare overall rating: 1 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Cottage Grove Place been fined?
- Medicare lists 1 fine totaling $44,526.
- What did inspectors find at Cottage Grove Place?
- In its last three inspection cycles (February 5, 2024 to June 25, 2026), Medicare lists 27 health citations; the most serious was level J. 2 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (February 5, 2024 to June 25, 2026), Cottage Grove Place had 27 health citations; the most serious was level J (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 2 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $44,526 in total (1 fine, the latest on April 14, 2026). Nurse staffing is 4.19 hours per resident per day; the Iowa average is 3.86 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: June 25, 2026 — 9 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 6, 2026 (complaint investigation); April 14, 2026 (complaint investigation); June 25, 2026 (standard health inspection).
F0689 Level J
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 7 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0690 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0919 Level D
“Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.”
Previous cycle: May 1, 2025 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 1, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0802 Level E
“Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0558 Level D
“Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.”
Earlier cycle: July 9, 2024 — 15 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 5, 2024 (complaint investigation); July 9, 2024 (complaint investigation); July 9, 2024 (standard health inspection); August 1, 2024 (complaint investigation); September 30, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 15 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0725 Level E
“Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.”
F0677 Level E
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0725 Level E
“Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.”
F0758 Level D
“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.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0693 Level D
“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.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0825 Level D
“Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0760 Level D
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (2)
E0039 Level F
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
E0039 Level F
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $44,526 (1 fine). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| April 14, 2026 | Fine | $44,526 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Iowa | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.59 | 0.74 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.54 | 0.56 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.07 | 2.56 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.19 | 3.86 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.76 | 3.38 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.33 | 0.51 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 36.5% | 44.1% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 45.5% | 42.1% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 43 nursing homes: Life Care Services.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (3)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Grove Place | Direct owner | 100% | October 1, 1996 |
| Cottage Grove Place | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | September 14, 1992 |
| Life Care Services LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | July 1, 2024 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 64 |
| Average residents per day | 54.9 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Life Care Services |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1997-05-07 |
| Part of a continuing care retirement community | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 2115 First Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 |
| County | Linn County |
| State | Iowa |
| Phone | (319) 363‑2420 |
| CMS Certification Number | 165322 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Harmony Cedar Rapids0.3 mi · Cedar Rapids, IA · 2 of 5 stars
- Living Center West1.4 mi · Cedar Rapids, IA · 3 of 5 stars
- St Luke's Helen G Nassif Transitional Care Center2.3 mi · Cedar Rapids, IA · 5 of 5 stars
- Linn Manor Care Center2.4 mi · Marion, IA · 2 of 5 stars
- Meth-Wick Health Center2.9 mi · Cedar Rapids, IA · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- St Lukes Hospital1.4 mi · Cedar Rapids, IA · Acute Care Hospital
- Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids1.5 mi · Cedar Rapids, IA · Acute Care Hospital
- Jones Regional Medical Center21 mi · Anamosa, IA · Critical Access Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13