B

LIFE CARE CENTER OF PUYALLUP

511 10TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST, PUYALLUP, WA 98372
Score: 80 / 100

With a score of 80/100 and a B grade, Life Care Center Of Puyallup is a well-regarded option in Puyallup, Washington. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 80th percentile statewide.

Staffing levels at Life Care Center Of Puyallup exceed national averages, with 4.58 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.90 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 52 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of Puyallup. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ 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 4.58 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.90 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.86 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.82 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.96 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.60 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

52
Total Deficiencies
Dec 16, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 2 Minor 🟠 50 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Dec 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0770 Severity D
    Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
    Dec 16, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0842 Severity D
    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar
    Dec 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Jul 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Jul 8, 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 7.1% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 3.3% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 11.6% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.1% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 4.0% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 3.4% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 20.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 80 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

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
102
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Feb 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
16