Mira Vista Care Center
Scout 79Mount Vernon, WA · 61 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Mount Vernon.
Est. $11,560–$14,580/mo
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Life Care Center of Mount Vernon
2120 East Division Street, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 · Skagit County
Our highly skilled, compassionate associates provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the residents of Mount Vernon, WA.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 58% 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.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Life Care Center of Mount Vernon is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Mount Vernon, WA, with 121 certified beds and an average of about 71 residents per day. It operates as part of the Life Care Centers of America network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.06 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.81 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 59.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 39 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $254,316 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.06 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •39 deficiencies at last survey
- •$254,316 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Mount Vernon options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 121
- Avg. residents/day
- 71
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Life Care Centers of America
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 505272
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,560–$14,580/mo (median $12,710) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Mount Vernon prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.06
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.81
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 59.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 39
- Federal fines
- 4 ($254,316)
- Total penalties
- 4
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-09
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (92 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-23Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2026-04-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-11-18Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-11-18Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-09-11Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-18 | Fine | $95,030 |
| 2025-07-31 | Fine | $40,920 |
| 2024-05-01 | Fine | $48,588 |
| 2023-10-17 | Fine | $69,778 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
2120 East Division Street, Mount Vernon, WA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Life Care Center of Mount Vernon
How much does Life Care Center of Mount Vernon cost?
Life Care Center of Mount Vernon does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Mount Vernon, WA area typically runs $11,560–$14,580 per month (median $12,710, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Life Care Center of Mount Vernon's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Life Care Center of Mount Vernon 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Life Care Center of Mount Vernon?
Staff provide about 4.06 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 59.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Life Care Center of Mount Vernon?
Life Care Center of Mount Vernon has 92 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Life Care Center of Mount Vernon have availability?
Typically 58% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Life Care Center of Mount Vernon offer?
Life Care Center of Mount Vernon in Mount Vernon, WA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 121 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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