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AVAMERE AT PACIFIC RIDGE

3625 EAST B STREET, TACOMA, WA 98404
Score: 15 / 100

With a score of 15/100, Avamere At Pacific Ridge 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 Avamere At Pacific Ridge exceed national averages, with 5.93 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.65 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 78 deficiencies at Avamere At Pacific Ridge. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

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 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.93 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.65 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.29 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.99 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 5.24 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.39 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

78
Total Deficiencies
Dec 11, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 2 Minor 🟠 76 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Dec 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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.
    May 19, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0645 Severity F
    PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
    Mar 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0805 Severity F
    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
    Mar 26, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Mar 26, 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 2.1% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 5.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 58.2% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.5% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 15.2% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 6.2% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 14.4% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

3 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $57,783

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 15 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: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -5 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
102
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
29