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LIFE CARE CENTER OF FEDERAL WAY

1045 SOUTH 308TH STREET, FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003
Score: 31 / 100

With a score of 31/100, Life Care Center Of Federal Way 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 levels at Life Care Center Of Federal Way exceed national averages, with 4.20 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.63 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 82 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of Federal Way. 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 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.20 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.63 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.10 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.47 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.64 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.57 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

82
Total Deficiencies
Mar 17, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 82 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0656 Severity E
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Mar 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity E
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Mar 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity E
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Mar 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity E
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Mar 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0801 Severity E
    Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qu
    Mar 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 3.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.7% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 16.6% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.4% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 5.6% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 15.7% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $98,970

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 31 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -9 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
157
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 17, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
29