Ballard Center
820 Northwest 95th Street · Seattle, WA · 98117 · 2067820100
142 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Genesis Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
Red flags
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: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.58 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.96 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.35 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 53% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (63 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected April 11, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 11, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 26, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected December 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected December 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 12, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 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 February 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 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 February 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 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 February 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 13, 2023 | Payment Denial | 1 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 505042 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.