Nursing Homes · Tacoma, WA
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SOURCE DATA AUG 2026
Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Birch Creek Post Acute & Rehabilitation
5601 S Orchard Street · Tacoma, WA 98409 · 124 certified beds
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About Birch Creek Post Acute & Rehabilitation
Birch Creek Post Acute & Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Tacoma, Washington. Its reported capacity is 124 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Hill Valley Healthcare. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 75 citations, the newest dated 6 May 2026. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.74 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
60
Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
58
1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
63
Inspection history (75)
Records from March 2024 to May 2026.
March 13, 2026 · E
Citation F0605Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-13 under CMS tag F0605 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-13.GOVMarch 13, 2026 · E
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-13 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-13.GOVMarch 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0791Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-13 under CMS tag F0791 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-13.GOVNovember 19, 2025 · E
Citation F0744Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-19 under CMS tag F0744 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-19.GOVNovember 19, 2025 · D
Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-19 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-19.GOVAugust 11, 2025 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-11 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-11.GOVJuly 10, 2025 · E
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-10 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-10.GOVJune 30, 2025 · E
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-30 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-30.GOVJune 30, 2025 · D
Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-30 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-30.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · E
Citation F0645Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · E
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0688Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · E
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOV
Penalties (1)
Total fines on file: $30,240
March 13, 2026 · Fine
Citation FINE-139392CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $30,240 against this nursing home on 2026-03-13 (Fine ID: 139392). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-13.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.74 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.69 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.69 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.74 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.74 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.74 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.06 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Hill Valley Healthcare
Chain ID 270 · 43 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 1.8
- Chain average health inspection rating: 1.7
- Chain average staffing rating: 2
- Chain average quality measure rating: 3.7
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
A separate ownership filing names a different organization for this listing. We are not publishing that name while the two government records disagree.
Recent changes to this listing
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.
Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical WA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.
Nursing Homes
Median · WA$13,155/moSee full WA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025
What Medicaid pays nursing homes
Washington publishes what its Medicaid program pays a nursing facility per resident per day. It is not a private-pay price and it is not what a family is billed. It is useful because it shows what the state considers the cost of a day of nursing-home care.
Day-weighted mean daily rate
$404.31per day
That works out to about $12,291 a month at 30.4 days. The monthly figure is our arithmetic, not a number the state published.
Median we calculated from the state's own facility rate file. Period: July 1, 2026. Calculated across 183 facilities in the state's rate file.
Source: WA Medicaid NF rate publication (opens in a new tab) · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV
Median facility daily rate
$389.86per day
That works out to about $11,852 a month at 30.4 days. The monthly figure is our arithmetic, not a number the state published.
Median we calculated from the state's own facility rate file. Period: July 1, 2026. Calculated across 183 facilities in the state's rate file.
Source: WA Medicaid NF rate publication (opens in a new tab) · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV
Nearby alternatives
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A comparison puts both public records in one view and marks any measure the two are not held to alike, so a blank never reads as a bad score.
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
Each block below is one file we read, the date on that file, and the fields on this page that came from it. The date is when the source published or we retrieved it, not the day we last looked at this listing.
- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
- Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Ownership type, Parent organization
- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
Read how we handle every file on the data sources page.