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BRIARWOOD AT TIMBER RIDGE

100 TIMBER RIDGE WAY NW, ISSAQUAH, WA 98027
Score: 86 / 100

Among nursing homes in Washington, Briarwood At Timber Ridge stands out with an A grade and a score of 86 out of 100. It ranks in the 84th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing levels at Briarwood At Timber Ridge exceed national averages, with 4.80 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.99 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 19 deficiencies at Briarwood At Timber Ridge. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.80 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.99 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.80 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.01 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.16 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.68 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

19
Total Deficiencies
Dec 15, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 19 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Dec 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0908 Severity F
    Keep all essential equipment working safely.
    Dec 15, 2025 · Environmental 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.
    Dec 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Dec 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Dec 15, 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 8.1% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 8.6% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 11.4% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 23.0% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 3.6% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 23.9% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 86 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
45
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 15, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9