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AVALON CARE CENTER AT NORTHPOINTE

9827 NORTH NEVADA, SPOKANE, WA 99218
Score: 16 / 100

With a score of 16/100, Avalon Care Center At Northpointe 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 Avalon Care Center At Northpointe exceed national averages, with 4.25 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.58 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 78 deficiencies at Avalon Care Center At Northpointe. 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 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.25 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.58 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.25 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.43 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.61 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.34 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

78
Total Deficiencies
Sep 16, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 78 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0760 Severity D
    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    Sep 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0841 Severity D
    Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the fa
    Sep 16, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0692 Severity G
    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    Feb 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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.
    Feb 6, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0640 Severity E
    Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
    Feb 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 4.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 6.8% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 17.0% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.1% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 13.0% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 0.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 22.3% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $84,614

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 16 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -8 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
119
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Feb 6, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
36