Life Care Center of Puyallup
Life Care Center of Puyallup is a Nursing Home in Washington
Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Washington
Life Care Center of Puyallup
Life Care Center of Puyallup is a Nursing Home in Washington
Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Washington
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.
The community administrator oversees the management and operations of Life Care Center of Puyallup, ensuring compliance with legal and health information regulations while supporting resident care and privacy.
Home Information
LIFE CARE CENTER OF PUYALLUP
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This nursing home maintains occupancy well above most state peers, signaling sustained demand. Bed capacity aligns with the typical community size in the state, allowing steady admissions. Resident stays are comparable to other state facilities, implying stable turnover.
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Home revenue lands near the state median, signaling steady but not standout inflows. Payroll outlays align with state averages, keeping staffing resources on par with peers. Total income trails most communities, suggesting tighter operating margins.
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Medicare nights run higher than most peers, indicating robust short-stay referrals. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights trail most peers, signaling limited market-rate volume.
OccupancyBeds
102
Occupancy
86.8%
Total Bed Days Available
37230
Avg. Length of Stay
84 days
Avg. Residents per Day
95
FinanceHome Revenue
$11,303,524.00
Payroll Costs
$4,152,026.00
Profit
$-1,944,942.00
Total Home Costs
$9,758,255.00
Payroll % of Revenue
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
36.7%
House Specifics:CCN
505324
Owner Name
NIMZ, PAUL
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Pierce
Type of Control
Proprietary — Individual
OperationsTotal Admissions
271
Total Discharges
270
% Medicaid Admissions
30%
% Medicare Admissions
31%
% Private Pay Admissions
40%
% Medicaid Discharges
31%
% Medicare Discharges
32%
% Private Pay Discharges
37%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
5 / 5
Health Inspection Rating
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4 / 5
Staffing Rating
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4 / 5
QM Rating
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4.23 hrs
Number of Fines
1
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
19177
Medicaid Nights
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
1819
Free Market Nights
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
1795
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511 10th Ave SE, Puyallup, WA 98372
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Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.Compare Nursing Homes around Tacoma
Life Care Center of South Hill
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Puyallup
100
No
32
MEDINA, ALEXANDER
88.9%
$25,988,034.00
$7,414,185.00
28.5%
83.10
5/5
3.8454
4/5
4/5
5/5
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Life Care Center of Puyallup
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Puyallup
102
No
65
NIMZ, PAUL
86.8%
$11,303,524.00
$4,152,026.00
36.7%
94.50
5/5
4.2343
4/5
4/5
5/5
1
Avamere at Pacific Ridge
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Tacoma
102
No
56
MILLER, CHRISTINE
70.2%
$11,094,443.00
$5,480,577.00
49.4%
69.40
1/5
5.9114
1/5
3/5
3/5
3
Life Care Center of Federal Way
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Federal Way
157
No
48
ZWICKER, TOM
58.9%
$13,913,909.00
$5,524,229.00
39.7%
87.50
1/5
4.0065
1/5
3/5
3/5
2
Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
189
Total Staff
184
Employees
5
Contractors
44,290
Total Hours (Quarter)
66
Avg Staff/Day
7.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 25 | 8.1 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 29 | 7.7 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 88 | 7.3 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
145 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
29 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.7%
of total hours from contractors
329 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 2
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Oct 2022 – Jul 2025)
9
Inspections
50
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
5.56
Citations/Inspection
Jul 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
16
32% of total
Resident Rights
13
26% of total
Pharmacy Services
4
8% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
3
6% of total
Infection Control
2
4% of total
Administration
1
2% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
43
Complaint Investigations
7
State Comparison (WA)
Avg Citations (State)
48.9
This Facility: 50
Avg Critical (State)
0.3
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 09, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jul 09, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Jun 18, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Apr 28, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Feb 27, 2025 | D | Environmental | F0921 | Corrected |
| Feb 27, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Feb 27, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Feb 27, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Feb 27, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0697 | Corrected |
| Feb 27, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Feb 27, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Feb 27, 2025 | C | Resident Rights | F0577 | Corrected |
| Feb 27, 2025 | B | Resident Rights | F0623 | Corrected |
| Jan 09, 2024 | E | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| Jan 09, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Jan 09, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0698 | Corrected |
| Jan 09, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0644 | Corrected |
| Jan 09, 2024 | E | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Jan 09, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0582 | Corrected |
| Jan 09, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Nov 29, 2023 | E | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
| May 23, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Feb 28, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0660 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0604 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0610 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Administration | F0849 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | F | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | F | Infection Control | F0881 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0676 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0685 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0688 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0646 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0552 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0558 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Resident Rights | F0578 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Resident Rights | F0582 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Resident Rights | F0623 | Corrected |
| Oct 10, 2022 | E | Resident Rights | F0625 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Life Care Centers Of America
Resident Census by Payment Source
89
Total Residents
Medicare
6
(6.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
54
(60.7%)
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Private Pay/Other
29
(32.6%)
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Programs & Services
Residents' Group
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Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)
WA Medicaid COPES
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- WA Specifics: High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($70/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
Washington Family Caregiver Support Program
WA NFCSP
Official government program page
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Washington resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- WA Specifics: High urban demand; rural outreach.
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$70/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Community First Choice (CFC)
Washington Community First Choice
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- WA Specifics: Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~240 hours/year), assistive devices, training, transportation.
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Washington OAA Services
- General: Age 60+, WA resident; no income/asset limits.
- Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WA Specifics: 13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.
- Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Washington Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- WA Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Washington LIHEAP
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, WA resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WA Specifics: Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Washington SCSEP
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WA resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified.
- WA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth).
- WA Specifics: High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption
Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption
Official government program page
- General: Age 61+ or disabled retiree, WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$45,000-$70,000/year (varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; home value cap varies (~$250,000-$400,000).
- WA Specifics: Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.
- Services: Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county).
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Washington SFMNP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, WA resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WA Specifics: Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.
- Services: Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Washington Seniors
WA Medicaid COPES
Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- WA Specifics:High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($70/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
WA NFCSP
Washington Family Caregiver Support Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Washington resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- WA Specifics:High urban demand; rural outreach.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$70/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Washington Community First Choice
Community First Choice (CFC)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- WA Specifics:Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~240 hours/year), assistive devices, training, transportation.
Washington OAA Services
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, WA resident; no income/asset limits.
- Income Limits (2025):None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- WA Specifics:13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
Washington Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits:$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- WA Specifics:Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Washington LIHEAP
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, WA resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- WA Specifics:Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Washington SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WA resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified.
- WA Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025):Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits:~$155,356 (net worth).
- WA Specifics:High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption
Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption
Requirements:
- General:Age 61+ or disabled retiree, WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
- Income Limits (2025):~$45,000-$70,000/year (varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; home value cap varies (~$250,000-$400,000).
- WA Specifics:Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county).
Washington SFMNP
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, WA resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- WA Specifics:Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
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