Mt Baker Care Center
Scout 100Bellingham, WA · 70 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Bellingham's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,670–$14,700/mo
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North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation
4680 Cordata Parkway, Bellingham, WA 98226 · Whatcom County
Evergreen Healthcare Group provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapy, long-term care, post-acute care, memory support, and assisted living services across the western United States. Our healthcare communities are committed to compassionate patient care, short-term rehabilitation, senior living support, and crea…
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 76% full — openings are usually available.
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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Bellingham
North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bellingham, WA, with 122 certified beds and an average of about 93 residents per day. It operates as part of the Evergreen Healthcare Group network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.54 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.94 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 30 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 6 federal fines totaling $338,413 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
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.54 hrs/resident/day)
- •30 deficiencies at last survey
- •$338,413 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 Bellingham options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 122
- Avg. residents/day
- 93
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Evergreen Healthcare Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 505393
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 | $11,670–$14,700/mo (median $12,820) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Bellingham 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
- 3.54
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.94
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 37.6%
- 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)
- 30
- Federal fines
- 6 ($338,413)
- Total penalties
- 6
- Last standard survey
- 2025-01-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (96 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-13Severity 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.
2026-04-13Severity B — minimalFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
2026-03-04Severity G — actual 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.
2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2026-02-06Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
2026-02-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-04 | Fine | $50,440 |
| 2026-01-28 | Fine | $70,830 |
| 2024-12-30 | Fine | $15,584 |
| 2024-06-20 | Fine | $50,278 |
| 2024-03-08 | Fine | $104,832 |
| 2023-09-19 | Fine | $46,449 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
4680 Cordata Parkway, Bellingham, 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 North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation
How much does North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation cost?
North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bellingham, WA area typically runs $11,670–$14,700 per month (median $12,820, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 3.54 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation?
North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation has 96 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 76% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation offer?
North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation in Bellingham, WA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 122 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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