Home Health Agencies Β· 2026

Home Health Agencies
in Iowa

Complete directory of 128 Medicare-certified home health agencies across 85 cities in Iowa. All listings verified from official CMS provider data.

128Total Agencies
85Cities Served
$24/hrMedian Rate
3.0β˜…Avg. Medicare Rating
128Medicare Certified
0Medicaid Accepted

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Select a city to see all home health agencies in that area, with quality ratings, costs, and contact information.

CEDAR RAPIDS
8 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.3
WEST DES MOINES
7 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.4
DES MOINES
5 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.1
DAVENPORT
4 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
SIOUX CITY
4 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.3
URBANDALE
4 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.0
WATERLOO
3 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.8
DUBUQUE
3 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.0
BURLINGTON
3 agencies
β˜…β˜… 2.3
COUNCIL BLUFFS
2 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.8
CARROLL
2 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.5
SHELDON
2 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.5
CLINTON
2 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.5
WEBSTER CITY
2 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
FAIRFIELD
2 agencies
β˜…β˜… 1.5
STORM LAKE
2 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.3
SPIRIT LAKE
2 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.5
FORT DODGE
2 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.0
BETTENDORF
2 agencies
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
VINTON
2 agencies
β˜…β˜… 2.0
OSKALOOSA
1 agency
MONTICELLO
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.0
ELDORA
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 2.0
PELLA
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
MANCHESTER
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 2.0
POCAHONTAS
1 agency
ANKENY
1 agency
SAC CITY
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 2.0
CORALVILLE
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.0
FOREST CITY
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 1.5
MASON CITY
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.5
JOHNSTON
1 agency
ALLISON
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 2.0
ALGONA
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 1.5
FORT MADISON
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 2.0
NORTHWOOD
1 agency
ROCK VALLEY
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.5
WAUKON
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 2.0
CO BLUFFS
1 agency
CHARITON
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.5
MARENGO
1 agency
HAMPTON
1 agency
WAPELLO
1 agency
KEYSTONE
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜… 2.5
CORYDON
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 2.0
LE MARS
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.5
WASHINGTON
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 1.5
ONAWA
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
AMES
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
CLARINDA
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.0
EMMETSBURG
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
LOGAN
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 1.5
DENISON
1 agency
ESTHERVILLE
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.5
OTTUMWA
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
GUTHRIE CENTER
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 2.0
CRESTON
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
WEST BURLINGTON
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
DECORAH
1 agency
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.0
SERGEANT BLUFF
1 agency
β˜…β˜… 1.5
⭐ Top-Rated Agencies in Iowa
1
AVEANNA HEALTHCARE
πŸ“ SIOUX CITY, IA Β· Medicare
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5.0
2
AVEANNA HEALTHCARE
πŸ“ WEST DES MOINES, IA Β· Medicare
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5.0
3
AVEANNA HEALTHCARE
πŸ“ CEDAR RAPIDS, IA Β· Medicare
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5.0
4
GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY-HOME CARE
πŸ“ INDIANOLA, IA Β· Medicare
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5.0
5
CENTERWELL HOME HEALTH
πŸ“ HIAWATHA, IA Β· Medicare
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5
6
CENTERWELL HOME HEALTH
πŸ“ URBANDALE, IA Β· Medicare
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5
7
MERCYONE SIOUXLAND HOME CARE
πŸ“ SIOUX CITY, IA Β· Medicare
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5
8
UNITYPOINT AT HOME
πŸ“ STORM LAKE, IA Β· Medicare
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5
9
ABOVE AND BEYOND HOME HEALTH
πŸ“ MONTICELLO, IA Β· Medicare
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.0
10
ANGELS CARE HOME HEALTH OF IOWA
πŸ“ COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA Β· Medicare
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.0
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πŸ’° Home Care Costs in Iowa (2026)

Based on 2026 Genworth Cost of Care survey data for Iowa.

Minimum Rate
$19/hr
Companion care
Median Rate
$24/hr
Personal care Β· state avg.
Maximum Rate
$38/hr
Skilled nursing

Rates vary by city, care type, and agency. Urban markets like CEDAR RAPIDS typically cost 15–25% more than rural areas in Iowa. Always request quotes from at least 3 agencies before choosing.

Home Care in Iowa

Iowa has 128 Medicare-certified home health agencies across 85 cities, ranging from major metropolitan areas to rural communities. The state's home care market reflects national trends β€” an aging population, increasing preference for aging-in-place, and growing demand for skilled nursing and therapy services delivered at home.

Home care costs in Iowa range from $19 to $38 per hour depending on care type, agency, and location. Medicare covers skilled home health services for eligible beneficiaries who are homebound and require care prescribed by a physician. Iowa's Medicaid program (State Medicaid) offers home and community-based services for qualifying low-income individuals β€” eligibility and covered services vary.

All 128 agencies listed in this directory are Medicare-certified and appear in the official CMS Home Health Compare database. Data is updated monthly. Agencies may claim their listing to update their information and receive referral inquiries.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 128 Medicare-certified home health agencies in Iowa listed in our directory, serving 85 cities and communities. All are verified through official CMS Medicare provider data. The number changes monthly as agencies gain or lose Medicare certification.
Home care in Iowa costs between $19 and $38 per hour in 2026, with a state median of approximately $24/hr for personal care services. Skilled nursing care costs more β€” typically $36–$38/hr. Rates are generally higher in urban areas and lower in rural communities within the state.
Iowa's Medicaid program (State Medicaid) may cover home and community-based services for qualifying low-income individuals. Covered services typically include personal care, home health aide services, and in some cases skilled nursing. Eligibility is income and asset-based. Contact your local Department of Social Services or a licensed social worker to determine eligibility and available services.
CMS assigns home health agencies a 1–5 star overall quality rating based on three components: quality of patient care measures (clinical outcomes and processes), patient survey results (HHCAHPS β€” the home health consumer assessment survey), and the agency's performance on timely initiation of care. The national average is approximately 3.5 stars. Agencies rated 4–5 stars consistently outperform national benchmarks.