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Nursing homes in Columbia County, Oregon
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Columbia County, Oregon, with 132 beds between them.
50% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 94 health deficiencies over three cycles, 71.2 per 100 beds against 41.1 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $44K across 2 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Columbia County | Oregon | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 128 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 50% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 71.2 | 41.1 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 5.4 | 5.0 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $44K | $3.7M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Care Center - Scappoose | Scappoose | 40 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 18 | 45.0 | — | 3 Apr 2026 |
| Saint Helens Post Acuteabuse iconSFF Candidate | Saint Helens | 92 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 76 | 82.6 | $44K | 27 Apr 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 5 |
| F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | 5 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 4 |
| F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | 4 |
| F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | 3 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 2 |
Chains present: Avalon Health Care (1), Kalesta Healthcare Group (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Columbia County, Oregon?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 132 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Columbia County have the highest CMS ratings?
Avalon Care Center - Scappoose (4 stars), Saint Helens Post Acute (2 stars)
How do Columbia County nursing homes compare with Oregon?
50% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 71.2 per 100 beds against 41.1 statewide.