Nursing Homes in ZIP 98409 (Tacoma, WA)
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes operate in ZIP 98409, Tacoma, WA, per the current CMS data, where rated providers average 1.0 out of 5.
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Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, care for people who need ongoing nursing, rehabilitation following a hospital stay, or long-term residential support. CMS inspects them about once a year and issues Five-Star ratings covering health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
Data profile for ZIP 98409
Using CMS data, we can profile the 2 providers with a mailing address in ZIP 98409: 2 (100%) carry a published overall star rating. Recorded ownership divides as 2 for-profit. In this ZIP, the top published overall rating is 1.0 out of 5 at BIRCH CREEK POST ACUTE & REHABILITATION (for-profit). Among rated providers, scores span 1.0 to 1.0 out of 5. 2 of these providers report 271 certified beds in total. Among reporting providers, nurse staffing averages 3.70 hours per resident-day. Registered-nurse turnover averages 40.5% where reported. 2 providers carry at least one federal penalty on record, with fines totaling $166,295.
| Providers on record | 2 |
|---|---|
| With a published overall rating | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Average overall rating | 1.0 / 5 |
| Highest-rated provider | BIRCH CREEK POST ACUTE & REHABILITATION (1.0 / 5) |
| Ownership mix | 2 for-profit |
| Certified beds (total) | 271 |
| Providers with a federal penalty | 2 |
| Total federal fines | $166,295 |
| Avg nurse hours / resident-day | 3.70 |
| Avg RN turnover | 40.5% |
CMS measures by provider
| Provider | Overall | Health insp. | Staffing | QM | Certified beds | Occupancy | RN turnover | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIRCH CREEK POST ACUTE & REHABILITATION | 1.0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 124 | 115.6% | 38.9% | 1 |
| ORCHARD PARK HEALTH CARE & REHAB CENTER | 1.0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 147 | 128.5% | 42.1% | 2 |
Choosing among nursing homes in ZIP 98409
Think of ratings as a beginning, not a final word. Look at the inspection findings, staffing levels, and quality measures that sit behind each score, and verify that the services you actually need are available.
When you are choosing for yourself or someone you care for in ZIP 98409, Tacoma, WA, tour in person if you can, ask whether space is currently available, and confirm Medicare and Medicaid participation. Also ask how the provider manages care planning, keeps families informed, and handles concerns that arise after hours.
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Data sources
Data source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (processing date 2026-10-06). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.
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