nursing home in Seattle, WA
The Terraces at Skyline
715 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104 · (206) 407-1700
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Terraces at Skyline at a glance
The Terraces at Skyline is a 34-bed non-profit nursing home in Seattle, Washington (King 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 4.6 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 7, 2025) found 19 health citations. The Washington average is 15.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 34
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 16, 1992
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- King County
- CMS Certification Number
- 505469
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Washington avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 4.60 hrs | 4.36 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.04 hrs | 0.94 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.61 hrs | 2.66 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.39 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Washington avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 19 | 16 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 126 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $52,633 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Washington avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 34 | 97 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 28 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 82.9% | 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) | 5% | 2.6% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.5% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7% | 15.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| 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) | 7.2% | 1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20% | 14.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.1% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 12.5% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.5% | 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) | 7.5% | 12.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.3% | 22.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.2% | 93.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.3% | 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) | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 82% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 88.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 55 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 4, 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 29, 2026 |
| August 7, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 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 September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 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 September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0909 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 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 September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 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 September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 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 September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 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 September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 7, 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 19, 2025 |
| May 22, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 8, 2025 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 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 October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | 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 October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | 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 October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 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 October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 23, 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 October 15, 2024 |
| January 29, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 21, 2024 |
| May 1, 2023 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 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 May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that smoke control systems are tested and documented in accordance with established engineering principles. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0771 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 31, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 29, 2023 |
| May 1, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 19, 2023 |
| May 1, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 31, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 2, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | 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 June 1, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 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 June 8, 2023 |
| May 1, 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 June 1, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 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 June 5, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 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 May 31, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2023 |
| May 1, 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 June 1, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 2, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 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 June 1, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES NORTHWEST Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/12/1966 |
| BENNETT, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2014 |
| JAMES, HEATHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2009 |
| MCNAMARA, KEVIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2013 |
| HIRCHE, TORSTEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2014 |
| HIRCHE, TORSTEN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Terraces at Skyline's rating?
The Terraces at Skyline 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 The Terraces at Skyline receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 19 citations, compared with a Washington average of 15.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Terraces at Skyline 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 The Terraces at Skyline?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Terraces at Skyline and how do I contact it?
The Terraces at Skyline is at 715 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104. Phone: (206) 407-1700.
About this data
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