nursing home in Moses Lake, WA

Lake Ridge Center

817 East Plum Street, Moses Lake, WA 98837 · (509) 765-7835

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★4
  • Quality measures★★★★★2
  • Abuse citation

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Lake Ridge Center at a glance

Lake Ridge Center is a 74-bed for-profit nursing home in Moses Lake, Washington (Grant County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Washington average of 3.3.

Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (April 17, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Washington average is 15.8.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $87,201.

Nursing staff turnover is 54.7% per year (state average 45.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
74
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Genesis Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
January 1, 1982
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Grant County
CMS Certification Number
505261

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.3 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.6 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 54 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)3 / 54.1 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)2 / 53.9 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.92 hrsWashington average4.36 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Washington and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.92 hrs4.36 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.68 hrs0.94 hrs0.69 hrsAverage
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.78 hrs2.66 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.60 hrs3.80 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)54.7%45.1%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)44.4%45.4%42.9%Average
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility7Washington average16U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Washington and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)7169Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)343Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)69116.680.6Better

Penalties

This facility2Washington average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Washington and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$87,201$52,633$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds7497107
Average residents per day617686
Occupancy82.6%79.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility6.1%Washington average2.6%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Washington and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)6.1%2.6%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.2%4.3%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)39.8%15.1%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.8%1.6%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%1%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)27%14.2%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)18.5%17.2%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)10.1%5.5%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)2%17.7%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)4.5%12.4%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)24.2%22.5%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)98.4%93.8%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)95.2%96%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility8.9%Washington average1.3%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Washington and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)8.9%1.3%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)76.7%82%79.8%Average
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)78.6%88.3%82%Average

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 38 health deficiencies and 27 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 17, 2026
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 7, 2026
April 17, 2026
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 7, 2026
April 17, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 7, 2026
April 17, 2026
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 7, 2026
April 17, 2026
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 7, 2026
April 17, 2026
Standard
Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0729
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 27, 2026
April 17, 2026
Standard
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0551
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 27, 2026
April 17, 2026
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 27, 2026
April 17, 2026
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 27, 2026
April 17, 2026
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 May 27, 2026
April 17, 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 May 27, 2026
October 16, 2025
Complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected November 19, 2025
July 16, 2025
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 August 7, 2025
May 9, 2025
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 3, 2025
May 9, 2025
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 3, 2025
May 9, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 3, 2025
May 9, 2025
Fire safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 3, 2025
May 9, 2025
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0020
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2025
May 9, 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 June 3, 2025
May 9, 2025
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 9, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 9, 2025
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 June 12, 2025
May 9, 2025
Standard
Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0729
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 9, 2025
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 9, 2025
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 9, 2025
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 June 12, 2025
May 9, 2025
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 9, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 9, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 9, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2025
March 3, 2025
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 9, 2025
March 3, 2025
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 April 9, 2025
October 7, 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 October 22, 2024
August 13, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0020
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 13, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 30, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 20, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 20, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
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 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0551
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
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 July 23, 2024
June 17, 2024
Standard
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 23, 2024

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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $87,201 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
October 16, 2025Fine$38,789
May 9, 2025Fine$48,412

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
GENESIS HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%02/02/2015
FC GEN OPERATIONS INVESTMENT LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—12/01/2012
GENESIS HEALTHCARE INC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—02/02/2015
GENESIS HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—12/01/2012
GEN OPERATIONS II LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—12/01/2012
GEN OPERATIONS I LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—12/01/2012
SUN HEALTHCARE GROUP INC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—02/02/2015
WHITMAN, ARNOLD
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—12/01/2012
GENESIS ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2019
LIN, PATTY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2012
POWERBACK REHABILITATION LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2019
FISHMAN, STEVEN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2012
WHITMAN, ARNOLD
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2012
BERG, MICHAEL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2012
LIN, PATTY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2012

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Frequently asked questions

What is Lake Ridge Center's rating?

Lake Ridge Center has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Washington nursing homes is 3.3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Lake Ridge Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Washington average of 15.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Lake Ridge Center 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 Lake Ridge Center?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Genesis Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Lake Ridge Center and how do I contact it?

Lake Ridge Center is at 817 East Plum Street, Moses Lake, WA 98837. Phone: (509) 765-7835.

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.