Life Care Center of Puyallup
511 10th Avenue Southeast · Puyallup, WA · 98372 · 2538457566
102 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Life Care Centers of America
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 73 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.75 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.98 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.15 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 31% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (38 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G April 10, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
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.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2026
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 15, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected January 15, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 15, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 15, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 31, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected March 31, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 505324 · certified since January 1, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.