Skilled nursing

BALLARD CENTER

0.00 reviews · 0 verifiedSEATTLE, WALic. 505042

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DENYCMS payment denial (1 days)Source: CMS Penalties

VBP-SLow SNF VBP readmission measure score (0.0)Source: CMS SNF VBP (PDC)

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About

Ballard Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in a residential neighborhood near downtown Seattle, Washington. The center is dedicated to providing compassionate care through a team of healthcare professionals who focus on personalized recovery plans. With a blend of advanced medical technology and a supportive environment, residents can heal and regain their independence. The facility offers comprehensive medical and rehabilitative care, ensuring that each individual receives the attention needed for optimal recovery.

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Medicare overall

2/5Medicare.gov Care Compare stars are shown for context only. They are never part of the Unbeatable composite score.

Staffing (PBJ)

3.51 total HPRDRN 0.96 · weekend 93%Oct 2025 – Dec 2025

Survey history

18 inspections166 deficiencies on record

Federal IDs

CCN 505042

Overall: 2/5 · Health: 2/5 · Staffing: 4/5 · QM: 3/5

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Recent inspections

Fire safetyApr 2026 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL2 deficiencies

K-345SS F — Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
K-346SS F — Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

Health surveyApr 2026 · CMS5 deficiencies

F-636SS E — Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
F-641SS E — Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F-657SS D — Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F-880SS E — Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F-883SS D — Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Health surveyMar 2026 · CMS2 deficiencies

F-609SS D — Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F-610SS E — Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Health surveyDec 2025 · CMS1 deficiencies

F-656SS D — Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Health surveyNov 2025 · CMS2 deficiencies

F-628SS E — Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
F-678SS E — Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

Health surveyMay 2025 · CMS1 deficiencies

F-609SS D — Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Health surveyApr 2025 · CMS1 deficiencies

F-925SS D — Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Health surveyMar 2025 · CMS3 deficiencies

F-610SS D — Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F-657SS D — Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F-880SS D — Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Fire safetyJan 2025 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL29 deficiencies

E-15SS F — Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
E-20SS F — Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
E-22SS F — Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
E-24SS F — Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
E-26SS F — Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
E-30SS F — List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
E-33SS F — Establish methods for sharing information.
E-36SS F — Establish emergency prep training and testing.
E-37SS F — Establish staff and initial training requirements.
E-39SS F — Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
E-4SS F — Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
E-9SS F — Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
K-227SS E — Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements.
K-232SS E — Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
K-291SS F — Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
K-293SS F — Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
K-324SS F — Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
K-345SS F — Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
K-353SS F — Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
K-521SS F — Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Fire safetyJan 2025 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL29 deficiencies

E-15SS F — Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
E-20SS F — Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
E-22SS F — Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
E-24SS F — Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
E-26SS F — Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
E-30SS F — List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
E-33SS F — Establish methods for sharing information.
E-36SS F — Establish emergency prep training and testing.
E-37SS F — Establish staff and initial training requirements.
E-39SS F — Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
E-4SS F — Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
E-9SS F — Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
K-227SS E — Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements.
K-232SS E — Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
K-291SS F — Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
K-293SS F — Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
K-324SS F — Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
K-345SS F — Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
K-353SS F — Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
K-521SS F — Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Health surveyJan 2025 · CMS19 deficiencies

F-585SS D — 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.
F-607SS E — Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
F-610SS D — Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F-641SS D — Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F-645SS D — PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F-656SS D — Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F-657SS D — Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F-658SS D — Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F-660SS D — Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
F-677SS D — Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F-684SS D — Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F-688SS D — 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.
F-689SS D — Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F-695SS D — Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F-730SS E — Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
F-761SS E — 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.
F-803SS E — Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
F-838SS C — Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
F-880SS E — Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Health surveyJan 2025 · CMS2 deficiencies

F-804SS E — Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F-908SS E — Keep all essential equipment working safely.

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Ownership

Operated by GENESIS HEALTHCARE (privately held) since 1967.

Oct 2020
operator transition — GHC HOLDINGS LLC
INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (NOT APPLICABLE) — GHC HOLDINGS LLC
Oct 2020
operator transition — ROBIN, AARON
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED) — ROBIN, AARON
Oct 2020
operator transition — TRESS, AVROHOM
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED) — TRESS, AVROHOM
Oct 2020
operator transition — WELLTOWER OP, LLC
5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED) — WELLTOWER OP, LLC
Oct 2020
operator transition — WHITMAN, ARNOLD
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED) — WHITMAN, ARNOLD
Jan 2020
operator transition — NEWGEN LLC
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED) — NEWGEN LLC
Jan 2020
operator transition — BOLD QUAIL HOLDINGS LLC
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED) — BOLD QUAIL HOLDINGS LLC
Jan 2020
operator transition — GEN OPERATIONS II LLC
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED) — GEN OPERATIONS II LLC

Contact

820 NORTHWEST 95TH STREET
SEATTLE, WA 98117

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2067820100 ballardhrc.com

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