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Seattle Medical Post Acute Care

555 16TH Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122 · King 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 81% 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 Seattle

Seattle Medical Post Acute Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Seattle, WA, with 103 certified beds and an average of about 84 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, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.66 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.17 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 24 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $60,437 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 (5.66 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
  • 24 deficiencies at last survey
  • $60,437 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 Seattle options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
103
Avg. residents/day
84
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Evergreen Healthcare Group
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
505311

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

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Level of careMonthly costSource
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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
5.66
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.17
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
49.1%
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)
24
Federal fines
5 ($60,437)
Total penalties
5
Last standard survey
2025-09-11
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (79 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

2026-04-03Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

2026-02-11Severity G — actual 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.

2025-09-11Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2025-09-11Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-09-11Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2025-09-11Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2025-09-11Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2025-07-21Fine$21,525
2025-05-02Fine$2,217
2025-03-03Fine$9,310
2025-03-03Fine$9,451
2024-02-14Fine$17,934

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

555 16TH Avenue, Seattle, 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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Common questions about Seattle Medical Post Acute Care

How much does Seattle Medical Post Acute Care cost?

Seattle Medical Post Acute Care does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Seattle, 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 Seattle Medical Post Acute Care's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Seattle Medical Post Acute Care 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Seattle Medical Post Acute Care?

Staff provide about 5.66 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Seattle Medical Post Acute Care?

Seattle Medical Post Acute Care has 79 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Seattle Medical Post Acute Care have availability?

Typically 81% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Seattle Medical Post Acute Care offer?

Seattle Medical Post Acute Care in Seattle, WA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 103 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Seattle.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

  1. 1
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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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