MercyOne Des Moines is one of the largest employers in the state of Iowa with more than 5,300 employees, and 800 physicians and allied health associates.

A second parking structure and central plant expansion on the west side of the campus is nearing completion.

An additional parking expansion is planned on the northeast corner of the campus at the site of the former apartment complex.

Although extensive renovations to the existing building have occurred since the announcement, construction has not yet started on the planned 11-story hospital tower anticipated on the southeast corner of the complex.

[14][15][16] Mr Ritz left the role he had held since 2013 to become president of the West Des Moines, Iowa-based Mercy Health Network,[17] which was renamed MercyOne in February 2019.