nursing home in Tacoma, WA
Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound
630 South Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA 98465 · (253) 671-7300
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound at a glance
Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Tacoma, Washington (Pierce 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 5.2 hours of nursing care per day (1.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 25, 2025) found 14 health citations. The Washington average is 15.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $23,319.
Nursing staff turnover is 34.3% per year (state average 45.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Avamere
- Medicare-certified since
- March 27, 2017
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Pierce County
- CMS Certification Number
- 505529
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) | 5 / 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) | 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) | 5.17 hrs | 4.36 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.87 hrs | 0.94 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.57 hrs | 2.66 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.35 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34.3% | 45.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.1% | 45.4% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
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) | 3 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 87 | 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) | $23,319 | $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 | 60 | 97 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 54 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.8% | 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) | 0% | 2.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 20.7% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 15.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.6% | 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) | 24% | 14.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 14.3% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 0% | 12.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 41.5% | 22.5% | 19% | Worse |
| 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) | 0.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 82% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.7% | 88.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 45 health deficiencies and 50 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2026 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0034 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Establish methods for sharing information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0033 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for sheltering. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0022 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0020 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 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 November 25, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 25, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0232 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 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 October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| November 25, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 30, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 30, 2025 |
| November 25, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 30, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 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 October 30, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Standard | 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 October 30, 2025 |
| November 25, 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 October 30, 2025 |
| November 25, 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 October 30, 2025 |
| November 25, 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 October 30, 2025 |
| November 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 October 30, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 30, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 30, 2025 |
| September 15, 2025 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 October 1, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0808 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| July 31, 2024 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 August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 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 August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0023 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 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 11, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 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 September 11, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| August 18, 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 October 11, 2023 |
| August 18, 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 October 11, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 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 October 13, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0001 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 11, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
| August 18, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 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 September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 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 September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 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 September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 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 September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 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 September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 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 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 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 September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 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 September 28, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $23,319 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2026 | Fine | $23,319 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIDCAP FINCO LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/2010 |
| AVAMERE HEALTH SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/17/2026 |
| AVAMERE SKILLED ADVISORS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/07/2025 |
| DAVIS, JULIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| FANUNAL, LORIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2023 |
| FEAKIN, CODY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| FOWLER, KATHERINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2025 |
| FUNDERBERG, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| GAMES, KIM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| GARCIA, ROBERTO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2026 |
| INSKEEP, TODD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2022 |
| JOHNSON, CATHERINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/09/2023 |
| KOFSTAD, MARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/13/2024 |
| OKOLI, IKE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2026 |
| PRESLEY, YOLANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2025 |
| REID, MISTY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2025 |
| RODERICK, GLEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2024 |
| SCHMITZ, BRADLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| SNAPMEDTECH,INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/08/2025 |
| STAPLES, CAROLYN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/05/2023 |
| STRUNK, COLBY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/06/2022 |
| THRONE, CINDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/10/2025 |
| VANDERZANDEN, CARRIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WAGNER, SHERRIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2025 |
| KOFSTAD, MARY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/26/2026 |
| CAVALLO, GLEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2025 |
| FEAKIN, CODY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2025 |
| FUNDERBERG, MICHELLE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2025 |
| GARCIA, ROBERTO Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2026 |
| INSKEEP, TODD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2025 |
| KOFSTAD, MARY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2025 |
| REID, MISTY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2025 |
| STAPLES, CAROLYN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| STRUNK, COLBY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2025 |
| VANDERZANDEN, CARRIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2025 |
| AVAMERE HEALTH SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| AVAMERE SKILLED ADVISORS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| FANUNAL, LORIEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2023 |
| FEAKIN, CODY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2025 |
| FISHER, TONYA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/19/2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound's rating?
Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound 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 Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound 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 Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound 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 Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Avamere. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound and how do I contact it?
Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound is at 630 South Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA 98465. Phone: (253) 671-7300.
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.