Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien

1031 Southwest 130th Street, Burien, WA 98146

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Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien is a nursing home in Burien, Washington. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

At a glance

CMS overall star rating4 of 5
Last standard health inspectionJune 26, 2026 (4 months ago)
Health citations since February 28, 202455 (Washington average 50)
Fines in the past three years1, $59,485 in total
CMS flagsNone listed by CMS

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

CMS update of October 28, 2026
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 4 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 4 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
- Star rating
  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Health inspection on June 26, 2026
7 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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- Citation F0645. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
  CMS lists it as corrected on July 27, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for F0645 3 times since 2024.
- Citation F0583. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
  CMS lists it as corrected on July 27, 2026.
- Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
  CMS lists it as corrected on July 27, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for F0610 2 times since 2024.
- Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
  CMS lists it as corrected on July 27, 2026.
- Citation F0759. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
  CMS lists it as corrected on July 27, 2026.
- Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on July 27, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2025.
- Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
  CMS lists it as corrected on July 27, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2024.
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Fire safety inspection on June 26, 2026
5 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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- Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
  CMS lists it as corrected on September 3, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for K0324 3 times since 2024.
- Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
  CMS lists it as corrected on August 3, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for K0712 2 times since 2025.
- Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
  CMS lists it as corrected on August 3, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2024.
- Citation K0372. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
  CMS lists it as corrected on August 3, 2026.
- Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
  CMS lists it as corrected on August 3, 2026.
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CMS update of February 25, 2026
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
- Staffing
  Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 4.8 to 4.2 hours per resident per day.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
- Star rating
  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
- Star rating
  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
- Health citation
  CMS removed citation F0623 from the health inspection on February 28, 2024.
- Health citation
  CMS removed citation F0625 from the health inspection on February 28, 2024.
Health inspection on May 19, 2025
13 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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- Citation F0791. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
- Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for F0578 2 times since 2024.
- Citation F0582. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
- Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
- Citation F0585. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
- Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
- Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for F0657 2 times since 2024.
- Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2024.
- Citation F0685. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
- Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2024.
- Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for F0690 2 times since 2024.
- Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
- Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
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Fire safety inspection on May 19, 2025
17 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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- Citation E0020. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 16, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for E0020 2 times since 2024.
- Citation K0100. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Meet other general requirements.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
- Citation K0291. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
- Citation K0293. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
- Citation K0321. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
- Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
  CMS lists it as corrected on August 4, 2025.
- Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2024.
- Citation K0351. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
  CMS lists it as corrected on August 4, 2025.
- Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
  CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2025.
- Citation K0521. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
- Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
- Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
- Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2024.
- Citation K0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for K0921 2 times since 2024.
- Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for K0920 2 times since 2024.
- Citation K0355. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for K0355 2 times since 2024.
- Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
  CMS lists it as corrected on June 17, 2025.
  CMS has cited this home for K0363 2 times since 2024.
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CMS update of April 30, 2025
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
- CMS abuse icon
  CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
CMS update of March 26, 2025
- Fine
  CMS changed the fine from February 28, 2024 from $58,357 to $59,485.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
- Star rating
  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
- Fine
  CMS changed the fine from February 28, 2024 from $89,780 to $58,357.
CMS update of May 29, 2024
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 1 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 1 of 5.
- CMS abuse icon
  CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
- Name
  CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
- Changed ownership in the last 12 months
  CMS no longer shows a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
- Name
  CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Health inspection on March 27, 2024
4 citations
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
81 of 193 Washington homes (42%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
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- Citation F0600. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
  CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2024.
- Citation F0622. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
  CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2024.
- Citation F0760. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
  CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2024.
- Citation F0770. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
  CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2024.
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CMS update of February 29, 2024
- Name
  CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Health inspection on February 28, 2024
31 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
81 of 193 Washington homes (42%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
CMS fine of $59,485 on February 28, 2024.
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- Citation F0684. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0725. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0908. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Keep all essential equipment working safely.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0623. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0657. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0677. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0842. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0625. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0699. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0700. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0745. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0807. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0814. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0847. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
- Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
  CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
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Fire safety inspection on February 28, 2024
24 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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- Citation E0020. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation E0023. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation E0024. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation E0029. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Develop a communication plan.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation E0030. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation E0032. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation E0034. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation E0035. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation E0037. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Establish staff and initial training requirements.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0222. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
  CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
- Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
  CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
- Citation K0531. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0711. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0741. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0920. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0355. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0362. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
- Citation K0753. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
  CMS lists it as corrected on March 27, 2024.
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CMS update of January 31, 2024
- Star rating
  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
- Changed ownership in the last 12 months
  CMS records show a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
- Ownership
  CMS lists this home under a new chain.

CMS star ratings

4 of 5CMS overall star rating
4 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
4 of 5CMS staffing star rating
3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating

Facts from CMS

Phone: (206) 242-3213
Last standard health inspection: June 26, 2026 (4 months ago)
Certified beds: 140
Residents per day, on average: 81.5
Ownership type: For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal business name: Burien Operations LLC
Chain: Avamere
Takes part in: Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Washington average (55 vs 50).

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

ARISO LLCDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 02/01/2023
ARI OPERATIONS, LLCIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 02/01/2023
AVAMERE GROUP LLCIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 02/01/2023
KARL RICKARD MILLER JR REVOCABLE TRUSTIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 02/01/2023
MILLER, KARLIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 02/01/2023

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AVAMERE HEALTH SERVICES LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/01/2023
AVAMERE SKILLED ADVISORS LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/01/2023
MIDCAP FINCO LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/01/2023
ARMSTRONG, DENNISOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/01/2023
CHAND, VINEETAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/16/2024
FANUNAL, LORIELOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/02/2023
FEAKIN, CODYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/01/2025
FISHER, TONYAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/19/2026
GARCIA, ROBERTOOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/01/2026
KOFSTAD, MARYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/13/2024
MERCADO, NERIZAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2023
PRESLEY, YOLANDAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/06/2025
REID, MISTYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/02/2025
TYLER, KENSIEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/16/2024

Questions

When was Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien last inspected?

CMS lists June 26, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien have?

CMS lists 55 health citations since February 28, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien been fined?

CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $59,485 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien?

Its CMS overall star rating is 4 of 5.

Is Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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Inspections, fines and changes

CMS update of October 28, 2026

CMS update of July 29, 2026

Health inspection on June 26, 2026

Fire safety inspection on June 26, 2026

CMS update of February 25, 2026

CMS update of November 20, 2025

CMS update of July 30, 2025

CMS update of June 25, 2025

Health inspection on May 19, 2025

Fire safety inspection on May 19, 2025

CMS update of April 30, 2025

CMS update of March 26, 2025

CMS update of February 26, 2025

CMS update of May 29, 2024

CMS update of April 25, 2024

Health inspection on March 27, 2024

CMS update of February 29, 2024

Health inspection on February 28, 2024

Fire safety inspection on February 28, 2024

CMS update of January 31, 2024

CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Owners and managers

Questions