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Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation

6220 South Alaska Street, Tacoma, WA 98408

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Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Tacoma, 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

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.

  1. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  2. Health inspection on June 5, 2026

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 June 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0658 2 times since 2025.

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  3. Health inspection on May 15, 2026

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal 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 June 19, 2026.

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  4. Health inspection on May 7, 2026

    12 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 June 19, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0645 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 19, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0628. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.

    • 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 19, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0657 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0679. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.

    • Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal 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 June 19, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0684 4 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 19, 2026.

    • 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 June 19, 2026.

    • Citation F0790. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0790 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 June 19, 2026.

    • Citation F0919. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.

    • Citation F0732. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Post nurse staffing information every day.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.

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  5. Fire safety inspection on May 7, 2026

    4 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0161. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Use approved construction type or materials.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.

    • Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.

    • 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 June 5, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0374. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0374 2 times since 2024.

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  6. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Special Focus Facility

      CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.

  7. CMS update of March 25, 2026

    • Ownership

      CMS lists this home under a new chain.

  8. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Special Focus Facility

      CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.

  9. CMS update of December 15, 2025

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from April 29, 2025 from $19,135 to $12,438.

  10. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Ownership

      CMS lists this home under a new chain.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from January 22, 2025 from $242,975 to $157,934.

  11. Health inspection on October 9, 2025

    3 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    16 of 193 Washington homes (8%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.

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    • Citation F0678. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2025.

    • Citation F0726. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2025.

    • Citation F0839. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2025.

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  12. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0623 from the health inspection on March 15, 2024.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0625 from the health inspection on March 15, 2024.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0758 from the health inspection on March 15, 2024.

  13. Health inspection on July 24, 2025

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0550. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 August 1, 2025.

    • 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 August 1, 2025.

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  14. CMS update of May 28, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  15. Health inspection on May 23, 2025

    10 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0609. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 June 16, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 16, 2025.

    • 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 June 16, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0655 2 times since 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 16, 2025.

    • Citation F0676. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 16, 2025.

    • 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 16, 2025.

    • 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 June 16, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0692 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0790. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 16, 2025.

    • Citation F0791. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 16, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0791 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0908. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep all essential equipment working safely.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 16, 2025.

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  16. Fire safety inspection on May 23, 2025

    10 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • 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 20, 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 June 27, 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.

    • 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 July 7, 2025.

    • 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 June 27, 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 27, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 27, 2025.

    • 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 27, 2025.

    • 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 June 27, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0511 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 27, 2025.

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  17. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  18. Health inspection on April 29, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    56 of 193 Washington homes (29%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.

    CMS fine of $12,438 on April 29, 2025.

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    • 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 May 1, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 3 times since 2024.

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  19. Health inspection on March 19, 2025

    13 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity K is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    16 of 193 Washington homes (8%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.

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    • Citation F0692. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.

    • 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 10, 2025.

    • Citation F0697. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.

    • Citation F0758. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0758 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0655. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      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 18, 2025.

    • Citation F0835. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.

    • Citation F0867. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.

    • Citation F0610. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0610 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0658. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.

    • Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.

    • Citation F0760. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0760 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0940. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.

    • Citation F0944. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.

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  20. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  21. Health inspection on January 31, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 12, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0580 2 times since 2024.

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  22. Health inspection on January 22, 2025

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    CMS fine of $157,934 on January 22, 2025.

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    • Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal 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 18, 2025.

    • Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.

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  23. Health inspection on August 12, 2024

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 20, 2024.

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  24. CMS update of May 29, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  25. CMS update of March 28, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from August 17, 2023 from $40,425 to $26,276.

  26. Health inspection on March 15, 2024

    15 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0565. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2024.

    • Citation F0610. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2024.

    • 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 April 7, 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 7, 2024.

    • Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2024.

    • Citation F0757. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 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 7, 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 7, 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 April 7, 2024.

    • 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 April 7, 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 7, 2024.

    • Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2024.

    • Citation F0791. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2024.

    • Citation F0623. Severity B: potential for 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 7, 2024.

    • Citation F0625. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.

      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 7, 2024.

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  27. Fire safety inspection on March 15, 2024

    9 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2024.

    • Citation K0211. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2024.

    • Citation K0355. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2024.

    • Citation K0363. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 3, 2024.

    • Citation K0374. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.

    • Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 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 April 7, 2024.

    • 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 April 1, 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 April 1, 2024.

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  28. Health inspection on March 7, 2024

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2024.

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  29. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(253) 476-5300
Last standard health inspection
May 7, 2026 (6 months ago)
Certified beds
123
Residents per day, on average
103.4
Ownership type
For profit - Individual
Legal business name
Alaska Gardens SNF Operations LLC
Chain
Evergreen Healthcare Group
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Washington average (63 vs 50).

Owners and managers

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

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  • HERZKA, YISROELIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 07/01/2021
  • KOPELOWITZ, SHAULIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 07/01/2021
  • WOLOFSKY, CHAVAIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 07/01/2021
  • YENOWITZ, YITZCHOKIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 07/01/2021
  • ALASKA GARDENS SNF MANAGEMENT LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2021
  • ALASKA GARDENS SNF OPCO MANAGER LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2021
  • ALASKA GARDENS SNF OPERATIONS LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2021
  • COUVE HEALTHCARE CONSULTING LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
  • VERITAS HEALTH SOLUTIONS LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/03/2025
  • GRAY, NANIOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/19/2025
  • KOGUT, LUCASOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2021
  • SPIELMAN, SHIMONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
  • STITES, BONNIEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2021
  • STOUT, CHRISTINAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
  • WINGARD, ANNOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2021
  • YENOWITZ, YITZCHOKOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2021

Questions

When was Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation last inspected?

CMS lists May 7, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation have?

CMS lists 63 health citations since March 7, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation been fined?

CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $170,372 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation?

Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.

Is Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation a Special Focus Facility?

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

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