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4755 South 48th Tacoma, WA 98409 · Pierce County
All 11 nursing homes in Tacoma, WA (11 take Medicaid)
CMS certification number 505093 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare
Is Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record
There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center as of October 2026.
CMS rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall, below the Washington average of 3.3.
Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.
Staffing
Nursing staff spend about 3.85 hours per resident per day at Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center, below the Washington median of 4.15 (US median: 3.72). About 0.65 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 3.38 hours, 12% below its all-week average. 41.9% of nursing staff left within a year (Washington median 43%).
About this nursing home
Paying for care at Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center: Medicare and Medicaid
Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Part A can cover a short skilled-nursing or rehab stay here after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three inpatient days (observation days don't count), for up to 100 days per benefit period. Medicaid can pay for long-term care for residents who meet Washington's income and asset rules. Being certified doesn't guarantee a Medicaid bed is open, so ask whether the home accepts residents whose Medicaid application is still pending.
In 2026 Medicare covers days 1–20 in full after the Part A deductible ($1,736 per benefit period); for days 21–100 you pay $217 a day; after day 100 you pay all costs. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare's coverage rules.
Health inspections
The most recent standard inspection was on June 1, 2026 and found 25 deficiencies, plus 34 from complaint inspections in the same period. In total, inspectors issued 136 citations in the last three years.
Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
What the inspections found
Over the last three years, inspectors issued 136 citations at Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center across 22 inspection dates, 62 of them from complaint investigations. 8 were at the actual-harm level (G–I), most recently on August 19, 2026. The most common areas cited were quality of life and care (48) and resident rights (23). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents" (tag F0689, level H, June 12, 2025). 14 citations were under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.
August 19, 2026 · 3 citations · includes complaint inspection
GProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
EProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
August 5, 2026 · 9 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
GRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
EHonor 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.
ETimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
EEnsure 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.
DNotify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
DHonor 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.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DProvide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
July 15, 2026 · 12 citations · includes complaint inspection
EEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
ENot require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide.
EEnsure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
EProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
EProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
EProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
EProvide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
EAdminister the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DPost nurse staffing information every day.
June 1, 2026 · 28 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
EAllow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
EHonor 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.
EDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
EProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
EAssure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
EDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
EProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
EEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
EEducate 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.
DGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
DHonor 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.
DPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
DAssess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
DAssess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
DPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
DCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
DEnsure 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.
DProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
DProvide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
DEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
DProvide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
May 14, 2026 · 1 citation, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
May 1, 2026 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
March 26, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
March 19, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DProvide 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.
January 12, 2026 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
August 25, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DProvide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
August 8, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
FMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
July 30, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DProvide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
June 12, 2025 · 18 citations, includes actual harm
HEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
ERespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
EEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
EProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
EEnsure 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.
EEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
EEnsure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
DHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
DPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
DPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
DProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DAssist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
DProvide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
DProvide or obtain dental services for each resident.
April 23, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
September 19, 2024 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
DProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
September 9, 2024 · 34 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GProvide 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.
FHave an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care.
FHire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
EHonor 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.
ERespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
EEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
EPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
EDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
EProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
EProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
EEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
EImplement 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.
EEnsure 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.
EEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
EHave a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
DEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
DKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
DHonor 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.
DProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
DNotify 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.
DCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
DEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
DEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
DProvide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
DProvide or obtain dental services for each resident.
DEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
DProvide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
July 11, 2024 · 3 citations · includes complaint inspection
EEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
EProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
EProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
June 7, 2024 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
EHonor 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.
DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
May 20, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
EHonor 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.
April 2, 2024 · 3 citations · includes complaint inspection
EProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
January 31, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
EProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
October 27, 2023 · 9 citations · includes complaint inspection
EHonor 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.
ERespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
EProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
EProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
EEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DProvide 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.
DEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Questions to ask on a tour of Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center
- Inspectors cited the home at the actual-harm level on June 12, 2025 under the rule on quality of life and care. What changed afterwards, and can I see the plan of correction?
- CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on August 19, 2026. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
- Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
- When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?
Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.
Fines and payment denials
3 penalties in the last three years, including $301,370 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 | Fine | $165,315 |
| Jun 12, 2025 | Fine | $34,671 |
| Sep 9, 2024 | Fine | $101,384 |
Rating history
| CMS month | Overall | Inspection | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | 1/5 | 1/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| August 2026 | 1/5 | 1/5 | 4/5 | 3/5 |
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Hospitals near Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center
The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.
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2.6 mi
Tacoma General Hospital TacomaEmergency room ★★☆☆☆ Medicare overall 2 of 5Median ER visit 3h 28m for patients treated and sent home
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Source: CMS Care Compare. Distances are approximate.
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