Life Care Center of Puyallup
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
400 - 29th Street Northeast · Puyallup, WA 98373 · 130 certified beds
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In Puyallup, Washington, Linden Grove Health Care Center is listed as a nursing home. Public records list 130 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Genesis Healthcare. We hold 105 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 21 May 2026. CMS also lists 6 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.64 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.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
86
Staffing rating
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Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
84
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
85
Records from June 2023 to May 2026.
May 21, 2026 · E
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-21 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2026-06-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 21, 2026 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-21 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 2026-06-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 21, 2026 · D
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-21 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
April 14, 2026 · D
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-14 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 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 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · E
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · E
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 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 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · F
Citation F0850Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0850 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 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 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · D
Citation F0697Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 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 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · E
Citation F0883Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 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 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · E
Citation F0628Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 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 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · F
Citation F0730Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0730 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · D
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · F
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · E
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · D
Citation F0693Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · D
Citation F0604Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0604 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $193,178
October 9, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-138454CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $35,805 against this nursing home on 2025-10-09 (Fine ID: 138454). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
August 20, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-136082CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $16,149 against this nursing home on 2025-08-20 (Fine ID: 136082). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
May 22, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-137313CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $16,624 against this nursing home on 2025-05-22 (Fine ID: 137313). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
January 23, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-43689CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $24,502 against this nursing home on 2025-01-23 (Fine ID: 43689). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
January 26, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-43576CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $80,012 against this nursing home on 2024-01-26 (Fine ID: 43576). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
December 6, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-43540CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $20,086 against this nursing home on 2023-12-06 (Fine ID: 43540). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.64 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.22 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Genesis Healthcare
Chain ID 237 · 184 facilities in chain (CMS)
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.
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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)
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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/moWashington 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.
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.
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