About Life Care Center of Kirkland
Life Care Center Of Kirkland, located in KIRKLAND, WA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Life Care Center of Kirkland
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.17 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.17 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA network. This chain operates 194 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Mixed Staffing Levels
Life Care Center of Kirkland provides less care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 2 |
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| Health Inspection | 2 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 116 | Nov 26, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 134 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 24.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 10.8% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | N/A |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | N/A |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 8.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 12.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 2.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 2.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 99.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 93.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 7.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 8.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 95.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 83.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 9.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 21.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 11.2% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 1 complaint
- 2024: 15 complaints
- 2025: 7 complaints
- 2026: 1 complaint
- Total: 24 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Apr 09, 2026 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Sep 23, 2025 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Sep 23, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Sep 23, 2025 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| May 31, 2025 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted |
| May 19, 2025 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| May 19, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Apr 21, 2025 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. |
| Dec 02, 2024 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Dec 02, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Oct 18, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Oct 09, 2024 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| Oct 09, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Oct 09, 2024 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| May 12, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| May 12, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| May 12, 2024 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| May 12, 2024 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| May 12, 2024 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| Apr 29, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Apr 29, 2024 | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. |
| Apr 15, 2024 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. |
| Feb 22, 2024 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Dec 29, 2023 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
LAKE VUE OPERATIONS, LLC
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- CINDY CROSS CORPORATE OFFICER
- JASMEEN KAUR W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA INC. OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- FORREST PRESTON CORPORATE OFFICER
- JOAN THURMOND CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bainbridge Island Health and Rehab Center | N/A | 5 |
| Everett Transitional Care Services | N/A | 5 |
| Heron's Key | N/A | 5 |
| Redmond Care and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Bethany at Silver Lake | N/A | 5 |
| Queen Anne Healthcare | N/A | 5 |
| Mountain View Rehabilitation and Care Center | N/A | 4 |
| Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont | N/A | 4 |
| Briarwood at Timber Ridge | N/A | 5 |
| Covenant Shores Health Center | N/A | 5 |
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Noted Deficiencies
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Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Life Care Center of Kirkland directly at 4258232323. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
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