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MT BAKER CARE CENTER Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (BELLINGHAM, Washington)

2905 CONNELLY AVENUE, BELLINGHAM, Washington 98225

Phone: 3607344181

CMS Overall:5/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
70
Avg Residents/Day
53.4
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Whatcom
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall5/5
Health5/5
Staffing5/5
Quality5/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityWashington AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day1.330.99+0.33
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day5.044.42+0.62
CMS Staffing Rating5/53.7/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover41.2%43.9%-

Health Citation History

20 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-05-12Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-07Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-02Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-02Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-02Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-02Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-02Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesAssess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionD – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-03Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-03-04Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide or obtain dental services for each resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

23 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-07-02Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-02Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-02Smoke DeficienciesProperly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-02Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-02Smoke DeficienciesInstall smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Services DeficienciesHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Smoke DeficienciesInstall an approved automatic sprinkler system.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Smoke DeficienciesInstall a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-12Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish policies and procedures for volunteers.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop a communication plan.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesProvide primary/alternate means for communication.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Smoke DeficienciesInstall a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-01-07Services DeficienciesHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$0
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
0
Number of Fines
0
Total Penalties

No penalty records found.

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