nursing home in Wapato, WA
Emerald Care
209 North Ahtanum Avenue, Wapato, WA 98951 · (509) 877-3175
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Emerald Care at a glance
Emerald Care is a 82-bed non-profit nursing home in Wapato, Washington (Yakima County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Washington average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 30, 2026) found 14 health citations. The Washington average is 15.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,278.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.3% per year (state average 45.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 82
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- June 1, 1982
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Yakima County
- CMS Certification Number
- 505265
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Washington avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Washington avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.98 hrs | 4.36 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.80 hrs | 0.94 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.50 hrs | 2.66 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.19 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.3% | 45.1% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 45.4% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Washington avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 14 | 16 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 97 | 116.6 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Washington avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,278 | $52,633 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Washington avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 82 | 97 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 74 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 90.2% | 79.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Washington avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.4% | 2.6% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.9% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.5% | 15.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 19% | 14.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.6% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 50.9% | 17.7% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 0.7% | 12.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.3% | 22.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Washington avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 65.6% | 82% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.4% | 88.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 20 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 24, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 6, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0646 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 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 February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 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 February 27, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| February 4, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 12, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 6, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 3, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| February 4, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2025 |
| February 4, 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 February 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 4, 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 March 7, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Standard | Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0839 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 4, 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 March 7, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| September 11, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 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 March 22, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 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 March 8, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| March 5, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 9, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 9, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 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 9, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,278 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 24, 2026 | Fine | $8,278 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BONUS, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| EMMANS, PAUL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2013 |
| HOON, KELLY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2019 |
| HOON, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/21/2025 |
| PASCUA, REYNALDO Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2003 |
| BONUS, MICHELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| EMMANS, PAUL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2014 |
| HOON, KELLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Emerald Care's rating?
Emerald Care has 4 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 Emerald Care receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Washington average of 15.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Emerald Care 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 Emerald Care?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Emerald Care and how do I contact it?
Emerald Care is at 209 North Ahtanum Avenue, Wapato, WA 98951. Phone: (509) 877-3175.
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.