Total health inspections
9
Washington average 7.8
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
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CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Life Care Center of Puyallup
Nursing Home in Tacoma
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Life Care Center of Puyallup
Overview of Life Care Center of Puyallup
Life Care Center of Puyallup is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional level of care that is delivered by their patient-friendly staff as an approach to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; as well as their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other services include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
102
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
67.7%
Residents per day (avg)
95
Occupancy rate
67.7%
Residents per day (avg)
95
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
24 days
Private pay
34% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
26 days
Medicaid
38% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$13.2M
Operating loss
-$819.8K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$13.2M
Operating loss
-$819.8K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.0M
Walk Score: 65 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
AwardsBest Nursing Home
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Rehabilitation
24-Hour Security And Fire Safety Systems
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights
Certified Dietitian
Community Re-Entry Program
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Daily Activity Schedule
Family/Resident Councils
Fine Dining Program
Flat-Screen Tvs
Flexible Visiting Hours
Full-Time
Certified Activity Director
Homelike Setting
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Library
Non-Smoking Facility
Pet Visitors Allowed
Private And Semiprivate Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Religious Services
Patient/Family Education Program
Telephone And Cable Television Hookups
Transportation Services
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
50
Washington average 48.9
Citations per inspection
5.56
Washington average 6.92
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
43 of 50 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 7 of 50 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.7
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
48 moderate citations
2 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 09, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 09, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jul 09, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jul 09, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 18, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 18, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Apr 28, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Apr 28, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Tacoma The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
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Life Care Center of Puyallup
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Puyallup
102
67.7%
-7%
4.23
0%
1
50
5.6
0
95
65
Nimz, Paul
$12.9M
$4.5M
34.6%
505324
Life Care Center of South Hill
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Puyallup
100
82.3%
+13%
3.85
-9%
0
29
4.8
0
83
32
Medina, Alexander
$28.5M
$9.2M
32.3%
505526
Avamere at Pacific Ridge
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Tacoma (Eastside)
102
75.6%
+4%
5.91
+40%
3
76
8.4
2
69
56
Miller, Christine
$12.2M
$5.8M
47.8%
505264
Life Care Center of Federal Way
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Federal Way
157
58.2%
-20%
4.01
-5%
2
81
10.1
5
88
48
Zwicker, Tom
$17.3M
$7.1M
41.2%
505188
Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Tacoma
60
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-
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0
0
0.0
0
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
189
Employees
184
Contractors
5
Staff to resident ratio
2.12:1
15% better than Washington averageWashington average ratio: 1.85:1
Avg staff/day
66
Average shift
7.4 hours
9% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 8.1 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
44,290
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
25
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
29
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
88
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.7%
329 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 88 | 0 | 88 | 23,893 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 29 | 0 | 29 | 7,287 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 25 | 0 | 25 | 4,478 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,474 | 68 | 75% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,003 | 75 | 82% | 5.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 769 | 75 | 82% | 5.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 635 | 65 | 71% | 6.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 568 | 72 | 79% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 519 | 69 | 76% | 7.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 57 | 63% | 8.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 502 | 51 | 56% | 9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 493 | 63 | 69% | 7.8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 481 | 62 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 442 | 62 | 68% | 7.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 378 | 59 | 65% | 6.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 226 | 37 | 41% | 5.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 63 | 6 | 7% | 10.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 41 | 3 | 3% | 13.5 |
| Other Physician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 3% | 5 |
88 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
29 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
25 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
75%
8 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
82%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
82%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
71%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
79%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
76%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
63%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
56%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
69%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
68%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
65%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
41%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
7%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
1 Other Physician
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
89 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
6 residents (6.7%)
Medicaid
54 residents (60.7%)
Private pay or other
29 residents (32.6%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.5
55% better than Washington averageWashington average: 10.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.1
56% better than Washington averageWashington average: 20.9
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
3.4%
79% better than Washington averageWashington average: 16.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
4.1%
81% better than Washington averageWashington average: 21.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.0%
18% better than Washington averageWashington average: 24.3%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.3%
66% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 2.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
38% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 4.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.5%
16% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
30% better than Washington averageWashington average: 5.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.4%
98% better than Washington averageWashington average: 16.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.6%
13% better than Washington averageWashington average: 14.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.6%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 96.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.2%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 93.8%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.20
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.20
59% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 1.38
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.51
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.51
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 1.51
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.0%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 88.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
72% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.8%
11% better than Washington averageWashington average: 82.0%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.6%
14% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 19.9%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.9%
33% better than Washington averageWashington average: 13.2%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
69.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
69.3%
29% better than Washington averageWashington average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
44.3%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
44.3%
12% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$35K
58% lower than Washington averageWashington average: $82K
Number of fines
1
46% fewer fines than Washington averageWashington average: 1.8
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Washington averageWashington average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$35K
Washington average
$82K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 18, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 18, 2023
$35K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Puyallup based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
67.7%
↑ 6.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$819.8K
↑ ~$1.1M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6.9M
↑ ~$609.9K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-6.4%
↑ 10.9pp vs 2022
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