Avamere Rehabilitation at Park West
1703 California Avenue Southwest · Seattle, WA · 98116 · 2069379750
137 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Avamere
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.21 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.61 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.74 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 52% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $29,820 |
Inspection citations (58 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 17, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
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.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
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.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 29, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 29, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 29, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 29, 2025
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.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
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.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 29, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected September 11, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G October 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 22, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 22, 2024
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.
Corrected June 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 22, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected June 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 19, 2025 | Payment Denial | 33 days |
| February 6, 2024 | Fine | $29,820 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 505270 · certified since November 1, 1982. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.