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Linden Grove Health Care Center
400 - 29th Street Northeast Puyallup, WA 98373 (253) 840-4400
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CCN
505485
Certified beds
130
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Genesis Healthcare
Nurse staffing
4.17
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted
Registered nurses: 0.68 hours per resident per day
Nursing staff turnover: 54% a year
Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.
Inspection history
Inspected April 14, 2026
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0600No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 23, 2026
Inspected January 14, 2026
32 citations · Health
D
F0552No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0558No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0582No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0604No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0605No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0607No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0609No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0658No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0692No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0693No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0697No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0759No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0761No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
D
F0887No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
E
F0554No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
E
F0628No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
E
F0641No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
E
F0657No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
E
F0677No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
E
F0695No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
E
F0757No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
E
F0812No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
E
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
E
F0883No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
F
F0725No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
F
F0730No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
F
F0804No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
F
F0850No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 2, 2026
Inspected October 9, 2025
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
G
F0686Actual harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2025
Inspected August 20, 2025
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
J
F0760Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 12, 2025
Inspected May 22, 2025
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
G
F0689Actual harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
Inspected January 29, 2025
24 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0578No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0600No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0623No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0625No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0641No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0645No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0657No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0658No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0692No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0695No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0697No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0756No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
D
F0758No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
E
F0552No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
E
F0604No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
E
F0609No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
E
F0686No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
E
F0727No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
E
F0757No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
E
F0865No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
Inspected January 23, 2025
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 14, 2025
E
F0761No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 14, 2025
Inspected December 5, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0604No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 10, 2025
Inspected May 30, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
F
F0727No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 14, 2024
Inspected January 26, 2024
24 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0552No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0565No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0578No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0610No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0623No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0645No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0698No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0761No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0790No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0791No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0849No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
D
F0883No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
E
F0657No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
E
F0677No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
E
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
E
F0757No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
E
F0758No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
E
F0812No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
E
F0850No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
F
F0725No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
F
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
G
F0688Actual harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2024
Inspected December 6, 2023
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0625No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 3, 2024
G
F0689Actual harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 3, 2024
Inspected October 17, 2023
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0660No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 9, 2023
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 9, 2023
Inspected October 2, 2023
5 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 3, 2023
D
F0661No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 3, 2023
F
F0727No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 3, 2023
F
F0851No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 3, 2023
F
F0895No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Have a Compliance and Ethics Program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 3, 2023
Inspected August 22, 2023
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0657No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 8, 2023
D
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 8, 2023
Inspected July 31, 2023
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0552No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 8, 2023
D
F0677No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 8, 2023
Inspected June 7, 2023
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0609No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 27, 2023