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LIFE CARE CENTER OF SOUTH HILL

2508 7TH ST SOUTHEAST, PUYALLUP, WA 98374
Score: 91 / 100

Among nursing homes in Washington, Life Care Center Of South Hill stands out with an A grade and a score of 91 out of 100. It ranks in the 93th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing levels at Life Care Center Of South Hill exceed national averages, with 4.83 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.09 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 29 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of South Hill. 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 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.83 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.09 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.44 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.30 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.09 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.96 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

29
Total Deficiencies
Nov 20, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 3 Minor 🟠 26 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0585 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt e
    Nov 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0600 Severity D
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Nov 20, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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.
    Nov 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Nov 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0692 Severity D
    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    Nov 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Quality measure data not available for this facility.

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 91 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: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 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
100
Provider Type
Medicare
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Nov 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7