1031 Southwest 130TH Street, Burien, WA 98146 · King County
Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien provides Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation plus Short & Long-Term care services in Burien WA.
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Typically 60% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Burien, WA, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 84 residents per day. It operates as part of the Avamere network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.09 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.78 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $59,485 in the recent record.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $12,540–$15,810/mo (median $13,790) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Seattle prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (54 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Honor 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.
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Honor 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.
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.
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-02-28 | Fine | $59,485 |
1031 Southwest 130TH Street, Burien, WA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityAvamere Rehabilitation of Burien does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Burien, WA area typically runs $12,540–$15,810 per month (median $13,790, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 4.09 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien has 54 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 60% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien in Burien, WA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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