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LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND

44 GOETHALS DRIVE, RICHLAND, WA 99352
Score: 26 / 100

With a score of 26/100, Life Care Center Of Richland ranks in the bottom tier of Washington nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing at Life Care Center Of Richland is near the national average, with 3.91 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 77 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of Richland. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.91 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.59 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.15 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.17 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.95 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.34 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

77
Total Deficiencies
Jan 14, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 77 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0655 Severity E
    Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
    Jan 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Jan 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0825 Severity D
    Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
    Jan 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Dec 2, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0627 Severity D
    Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
    Dec 2, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 2.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.4% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 19.7% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.1% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 11.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 29.1% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $115,310

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 26 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
104
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 22, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
25