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Nursing homes and assisted living that accept Medicaid in Cedar Falls, Iowa

5 of the 9 places in Cedar Falls work with Medicaid: 5 nursing homes certified by Medicaid according to CMS.

A place that accepts Medicaid may not have an open Medicaid bed: ask when you call. See all 9 places in Cedar Falls.

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Sorted by Medicare’s overall rating (when there is one) and by name. Medicaid certification: CMS; Medicaid programs of residential care: Iowa’s licensing records. Where the data comes from.

How to apply for Medicaid in Iowa

It is run by Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS). (800) 338-8366 · Apply for Medicaid. Iowa Medicaid Member Services, toll-free; in the Des Moines area: 515-256-4606. To apply online, use the Iowa HHS portal (hhsservices.iowa.gov).

  • HCBS Elderly Waiver: For people 65 or older who need a nursing home level of care: assisted living services, adult day care, help at home, home-delivered meals, respite care, and a case manager, among others. An information packet is available in Spanish, and there may be a waiting list.

Source: official website, checked on October 15, 2026.

Medicaid options in nearby cities

Waterloo6 with Medicaid · 5 miles away

Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes and assisted living communities accept Medicaid in Cedar Falls?
In our directory, 5 of the 9 places in Cedar Falls, Iowa, work with Medicaid: 5 nursing homes certified by Medicaid according to CMS.
Does accepting Medicaid mean there’s an open bed?
No. Being certified or contracted with Medicaid doesn’t guarantee that a Medicaid spot is available today. When you call, ask whether they have an open Medicaid bed and whether they accept someone who starts as private pay and later switches to Medicaid.
How do you apply for Medicaid in Iowa?
Further down this page you’ll find the state’s Medicaid agency, its phone number and the link to apply. The social worker at the hospital or nursing home can also help you apply. How Medicaid pays for nursing home care.

Family guide to Iowa: the state’s Medicaid programs explained. Medicaid for long-term care, state by state.

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