nursing home in Post Falls, ID
Life Care Center of Post Falls
460 North Garden Plaza Court, Post Falls, ID 83854 · (208) 777-0318
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Life Care Center of Post Falls at a glance
Life Care Center of Post Falls is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Post Falls, Idaho (Kootenai County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Idaho average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 14, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Idaho average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 51.5% per year (state average 50.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Centers of America
- Medicare-certified since
- February 24, 2009
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Kootenai County
- CMS Certification Number
- 135135
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.18 hrs | 4.04 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.70 hrs | 0.86 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.42 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.43 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 51.5% | 50.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.7% | 41% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 6 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 19 | 63.1 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $13,374 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 85 | 57 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 70.8% | 76.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 7.2% | 3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.7% | 3.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.5% | 20.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.8% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.1% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.1% | 16.1% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.3% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.9% | 15.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 11% | 16.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.9% | 22.1% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 96.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95% | 97.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.8% | 86.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.6% | 91.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 14, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 31, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 20, 2026 |
| August 14, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| July 5, 2024 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate foot care. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2025 |
| MEZA, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2025 |
| PALUMBO, BENJAMIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2025 |
| POST FALLS MEDICAL INVESTORS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2018 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2018 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2008 |
| HENRY, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2018 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| THURMOND, JOAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2008 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY II, INC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2005 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2005 |
| BUTNER, NANCY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/16/2018 |
| MARTIN, RASALIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2023 |
| PALUMBO, BENJAMIN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2024 |
| BUTNER, NANCY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/16/2018 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY II, INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2005 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2008 |
| MARTIN, RASALIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2023 |
| MEZA, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2020 |
| PALUMBO, BENJAMIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2024 |
| POST FALLS MEDICAL INVESTORS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/15/2008 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/13/2024 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Life Care Center of Post Falls's rating?
Life Care Center of Post Falls has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Idaho nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Life Care Center of Post Falls receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Idaho average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Life Care Center of Post Falls accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Life Care Center of Post Falls?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Life Care Centers of America. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Life Care Center of Post Falls and how do I contact it?
Life Care Center of Post Falls is at 460 North Garden Plaza Court, Post Falls, ID 83854. Phone: (208) 777-0318.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.