nursing home in Portland, OR
Avalon Care Center - Portland
12640 SE Bush, Portland, OR 97236 · (503) 761-6621
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Avalon Care Center - Portland at a glance
Avalon Care Center - Portland is a 40-bed for-profit nursing home in Portland, Oregon (Multnomah County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Oregon average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 5.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 25, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Oregon average is 9.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 39.1% per year (state average 47.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1976
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Multnomah County
- CMS Certification Number
- 38E173
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Oregon avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Oregon avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.67 hrs | 5.03 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.56 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.24 hrs | 3.40 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.13 hrs | 4.51 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 39.1% | 47.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 71.4% | 51.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Oregon avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 9 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 49 | 71.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Oregon 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 | $27,522 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Oregon avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 40 | 83 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 39 | 58 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.5% | 71.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Oregon avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.2% | 2.4% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.5% | 5.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2% | 13.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.3% | 2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.8% | 14.9% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21.5% | 20.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.4% | 4.9% | 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) | 7.9% | 12.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.9% | 21.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81.4% | 95.2% | 93.6% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 32 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 7, 2026 Complaint | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| April 7, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| April 7, 2026 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| April 7, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| July 25, 2025 Fire safety | Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0111 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| November 1, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | 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 July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | 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 July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| March 14, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 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 April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 14, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Avalon Care Center - Portland's rating?
Avalon Care Center - Portland has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Oregon nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Avalon Care Center - Portland receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Oregon average of 9.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Avalon Care Center - Portland accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Avalon Care Center - Portland?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Avalon Care Center - Portland and how do I contact it?
Avalon Care Center - Portland is at 12640 SE Bush, Portland, OR 97236. Phone: (503) 761-6621.
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.