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LINDEN GROVE HEALTH CARE CENTER

400 - 29TH STREET NORTHEAST, PUYALLUP, WA 98373
Score: 10 / 100

With a score of 10/100, Linden Grove Health Care Center 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 Linden Grove Health Care Center is near the national average, with 3.83 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 105 deficiencies at Linden Grove Health Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift..

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 3.83 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.64 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.14 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.05 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.31 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.55 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

105
Total Deficiencies
Jan 13, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 104 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0725 Severity F
    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    Jan 13, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0730 Severity F
    Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
    Jan 13, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity F
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Jan 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0850 Severity F
    Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
    Jan 13, 2026 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0554 Severity E
    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    Jan 13, 2026 · Resident Rights 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 6.8% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.6% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 15.1% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 2.3% 2.5% Average
ADL decline (daily activities) 5.6% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.1% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 24.6% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

4 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $140,749

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 10 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: -10 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
130
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 13, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
35