Life Care Center of Puyallup
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
516 23rd Ave SE · Puyallup, WA 98372 · 96 certified beds
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Puyallup Post Acute is a nursing home in Puyallup, Washington. Its reported capacity is 96 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Regency Pacific Management. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 56 citations, the newest dated 20 May 2026. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 4.08 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 July 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data July 2026
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
40
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
40
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
40
Records from June 2023 to May 2026.
May 20, 2026 · E
Citation F0620Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-20 under CMS tag F0620 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 20, 2026 · E
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-20 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 2026-06-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
February 19, 2026 · D
Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-19 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 2026-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2026 · E
Citation F0628Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 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 2026-03-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2026 · E
Citation F0621Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 under CMS tag F0621 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Treat residents equally regarding transfer, discharge, and provision of services for all residents, regardless of payment source. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2026 · E
Citation F0627Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 under CMS tag F0627 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · C
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for 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 2025-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 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 2025-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · E
Citation F0645Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 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 2025-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2025-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · E
Citation F0565Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 under CMS tag F0565 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · E
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · E
Citation F0628Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 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 2025-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 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 2025-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0790Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-15 under CMS tag F0790 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 25, 2025 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-25 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 2025-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 25, 2025 · E
Citation F0773Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-25 under CMS tag F0773 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 19, 2025 · E
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-19 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-04-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 16, 2024 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-16 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 2024-09-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
September 15, 2025 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2025-12-15CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2025-12-15, lasting 3 days (triggered by inspection on 2025-09-15). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 4.08 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 - Corporation
CMS Care Compare chain: Regency Pacific Management
Chain ID 442 · 27 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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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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