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AVAMERE TRANSITIONAL CARE OF PUGET SOUND

630 SOUTH PEARL STREET, TACOMA, WA 98465
Score: 92 / 100

Among nursing homes in Washington, Avamere Transitional Care Of Puget Sound stands out with an A grade and a score of 92 out of 100. It ranks in the 95th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing levels at Avamere Transitional Care Of Puget Sound exceed national averages, with 4.92 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.57 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 44 deficiencies at Avamere Transitional Care Of Puget Sound. 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 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.92 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.57 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.72 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.64 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.33 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.30 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

44
Total Deficiencies
Nov 24, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 43 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0761 Severity F
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Nov 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity E
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Nov 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0725 Severity E
    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    Nov 24, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0561 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
    Nov 24, 2025 · Resident Rights 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.
    Nov 24, 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 16.4% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 3.2% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 9.5% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 3.2% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 15.4% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 17.2% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 44.1% 45.0% Average

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 92 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: 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
60
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Nov 24, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
13