Avalon Care Center Federal Way, L.L.C.
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Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, Memory Care · Medicare certified
491 South 338th Street · Federal Way, WA 98003 · Lic. #1631 (WA) · 70 certified beds
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CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
Staffing rating
5.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
38
Staffing rating
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Cited deficiencies
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September 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 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 2025-10-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0825Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0825 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0740Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0740 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0582Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0582 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0679Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0679 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 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 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 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 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0697Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-16 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 2025-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 7, 2025 · D
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-02-07 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-16 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 3, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-03 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 2025-01-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 3, 2024 · E
Citation F0623Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-03 under CMS tag F0623 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
Latest: 5.52 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit - Limited Liability company
CMS Care Compare chain: Life Care Centers Of America
Chain ID 311 · 194 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Life Care Centers Of America, INC.
chain · PAC 6608783543
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Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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.
Assisted Living
Median · WA$7,890/moAssisted Living
Median · WA$7,600/moMemory Care
Median · WA$9,863/moMemory Care
Median · WA$9,500/moNursing Homes
Median · WA$11,460/moNursing Homes
Median · WA$13,155/moOther licensed providers in Federal Way, with their own public records.
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