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Avamere At Pacific Ridge
3625 East B Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★
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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Avamere At Pacific Ridge, in Tacoma, Washington, is certified for 102 beds under for-profit, limited liability company ownership and belongs to the Avamere chain.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, below the Washington median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 4 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 69 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (23, 30, 16 by cycle, most recent first), 4 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 67.6 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 50.0.
CMS lists 3 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $58K.
Reported nurse staffing is 5.2 hours per resident per day (0.8 RN), above the Washington median of 4.1; nursing staff turnover is 36.0%.
69health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles4 at actual harm or worse
$58Kfines listed by CMS3 penalties in period
5.2nurse hours per resident per daystate median 4.1
64%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)65 residents a day
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Pierce Co. median | Washington median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 69 | 53 | 46 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 67.6 | 54.0 | 50.0 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 5.2 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 36.0% | 43.2% | 43.2% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $57,783 | $24,814 | $17,388 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (21 in the county, 193 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Washington average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 24 Apr 2026, 27 Mar 2025.
Severity mix: G ×4 D ×38 E ×21 F ×4 B ×1 C ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | F | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0605 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0676 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0742 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0744 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | F0790 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2026 |
| 23 Apr 2026 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | G | Complaint investigation | 15 May 2026 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 26 Dec 2025 |
| 20 May 2025 | F0627 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Jun 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | F | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0805 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | F | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0625 | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. | E | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | E | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | E | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | E | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | E | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | E | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0947 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. | E | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0640 | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2025 |
| 17 Jan 2025 | F0693 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | G | Complaint investigation | 4 Feb 2025 |
| 4 Oct 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 29 Oct 2024 |
| 19 Jul 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 26 Aug 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0693 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0919 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | E | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | C | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | F0625 | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. | B | Standard survey | 29 May 2024 |
| 28 Sep 2023 | F0691 | Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Oct 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jan 2025 | Fine | $22,432 | |
| 4 Oct 2024 | Fine | $27,073 | |
| 19 Jul 2024 | Fine | $8,278 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Washington average. Turnover: nursing staff 36.0%, RNs 45.5%; 3 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Washington median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 13.9% | 13.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 1.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 2.0% | 2.1% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 1.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 17.2% | 16.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.4% | 3.7% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 47.9% | 14.1% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Tacoma Rehab, Llc. Chain: Avamere (27 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ariso LLC | Direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2006 |
| Ari Operations, LLC | Indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2006 |
| Avamere Group LLC | Indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2006 |
| Midcap Finco LLC | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/2010 |
| Avamere Health Services LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| Avamere Skilled Advisors LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| Midcap Finco LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/2010 |
| Avamere Health Services LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2025 |
| Avamere Skilled Advisors LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/13/2025 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Pierce County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heron'S Key | Gig Harbor | 30 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 63.3 | $15K | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Life Care Center of South Hill | Puyallup | 100 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 29 | 29.0 | $17K | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Rainier Rehabilitation | Puyallup | 117 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4.3 | — | 12 Aug 2025 |
| Tacoma Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Tacoma | 150 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 19 | 12.7 | $36K | 22 Jun 2026 |
| The Oaks At Lakewood | Tacoma | 80 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 28 | 35.0 | — | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound | Tacoma | 60 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 45 | 75.0 | $23K | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Cottesmore of Life Care | Gig Harbor | 108 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 38 | 35.2 | $30K | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Agility Health and Rehabilitation | University Place | 120 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 41 | 34.2 | — | 9 Jun 2026 |
All 21 facilities in Pierce County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Avamere At Pacific Ridge been cited for?
69 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 4 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Washington median is 46 per facility.
Has Avamere At Pacific Ridge been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $58K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Avamere At Pacific Ridge compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 5.2 hours per resident per day against a Washington median of 4.1 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Avamere At Pacific Ridge?
It is part of the Avamere chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Ariso LLC, Ari Operations, LLC and Avamere Group LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Avamere At Pacific Ridge last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 24 Apr 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 24 Apr 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.