CMS data shows Life Care Center Of Kennewick earning a D grade with a score of 44/100, placing it below most facilities in Washington. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Staffing levels at Life Care Center Of Kennewick exceed national averages, with 4.45 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.09 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent CMS inspections identified 42 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of Kennewick, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide and implement an infection prevention and control program..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.45 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.09 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.88 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.48 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.56 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.58 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Jan 25, 2026 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0607 Severity DDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Jan 19, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0842 Severity ESafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standarDec 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0849 Severity DArrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice servDec 16, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0645 Severity EPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesNov 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 | 4.9% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 0.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 8.4% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 12.9% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 13.5% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 24.3% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $67,689
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 44 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -6 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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