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SHUKSAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE

1530 JAMES STREET, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Score: 29 / 100

With a score of 29/100, Shuksan Rehabilitation And Health Care 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 Shuksan Rehabilitation And Health Care is near the national average, with 3.96 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 57 deficiencies at Shuksan Rehabilitation And Health Care, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: respond appropriately to all alleged violations..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.96 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.82 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.62 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.52 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.36 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.39 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

57
Total Deficiencies
Sep 3, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 55 Moderate 🔴 2 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0610 Severity D
    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    Sep 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0851 Severity D
    Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
    Jul 10, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0835 Severity L
    Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
    Apr 30, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0770 Severity K
    Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
    Apr 30, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Apr 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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 4.8% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 20.2% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 3.0% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 19.0% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 3.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 26.0% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $73,622

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 29 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -7 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
52
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 30, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
24