Heron's Key
Scout 100Gig Harbor, WA · 30 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Gig Harbor's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingCMS verified
Puyallup Post Acute
516 23RD Ave Se, Puyallup, WA 98372 · Pierce County
Puyallup Post Acute is proud to serve the Puyallup, WA community with compassionate, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and post-acute care.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
Photos via facility website.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (89 of 96 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 Puyallup
Puyallup Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Puyallup, WA, with 96 certified beds and an average of about 89 residents per day. It operates as part of the Regency Pacific Management 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, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.08 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.49 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 16 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $7,443 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.08 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •16 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Puyallup options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 96
- Avg. residents/day
- 89
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Regency Pacific Management
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 505211
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 | $12,540–$15,810/mo (median $13,790) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Tacoma 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
- 4.08
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.49
- National avg ≈ 0.75
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 16
- Federal fines
- 1 ($7,443)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-15
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
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.
2026-02-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2026-01-21Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Treat residents equally regarding transfer, discharge, and provision of services for all residents, regardless of payment source
2026-01-21Severity E — 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.
2026-01-21Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2025-09-15Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
2025-09-15Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2025-09-15Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2025-09-15Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-15 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-06-29 | Fine | $7,443 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
516 23RD Ave Se, Puyallup, 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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How much does Puyallup Post Acute cost?
Puyallup Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Puyallup, 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.
What is Puyallup Post Acute's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Puyallup Post Acute 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Puyallup Post Acute?
Staff provide about 4.08 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Puyallup Post Acute?
Puyallup Post Acute has 54 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Puyallup Post Acute have availability?
Typically 93% full (89 of 96 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Puyallup Post Acute offer?
Puyallup Post Acute in Puyallup, WA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 96 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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