Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
Life Care Center Of Federal Way
FEDERAL WAY, WA · 157 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey June 3, 2026
CMS Certification Number 505188 · first certified September 1968
Ownership
Operated by LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA · For profit - Partnership
No change of ownership on CMS record since January 1, 2016, when the records begin.
Position within WA
34 citations — more than 57% of the 193 certified nursing homes in WA. Compared within WA rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 10 citations; the earlier surveys on file averaged 12. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window opens May 2027 — about 6 months from now. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was June 2026. Facilities in WA are typically surveyed 12–15 months after the last one (median 13), measured over 320 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to about three years in Virginia. How the window is measured
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1 inspection-and-testing tag has been cited here at more than one survey. Nationally, that pattern is common: about three quarters of cited facilities have at least one repeated tag, and half of the facilities cited for sprinkler inspection and testing in CMS’s current file are cited for it again. A repeat is usually a recordkeeping gap rather than a new hazard.
Emergency preparedness
15 of the 34 citations on file are Emergency Preparedness E-tags. E-tags are cited under 42 CFR §483.73 and concern the emergency plan, training, drills, communications and supplies. Nationally about half of certified facilities have at least one. The Emergency Preparedness Index
Physical environment (health survey)
8 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 34 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
- F-0584 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.
- F-0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- F-0689 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in WA, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the WA figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 34 |
| Median facility in WA | 31 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| January 10, 2024 | 16 |
| March 18, 2025 | 8 |
| June 3, 2026 | 10 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | 3 | 2026-06-03 |
| K-0222 | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | 2 | 2026-06-03 |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | 2 | 2026-06-03 |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | 2 | 2025-03-18 |
| E-0015 | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | 1 | 2025-03-18 |
| K-0753 | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | 1 | 2026-06-03 |
| E-0039 | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | 1 | 2024-01-10 |
| K-0921 | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | 1 | 2024-01-10 |
What the citations cover
- Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies 15
- Egress Deficiencies 5
- Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 5
- Smoke Deficiencies 5
- Other 4
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | 15 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 5 |
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 5 |
| Smoke Deficiencies | 5 |
| Miscellaneous Deficiencies | 2 |
| Services Deficiencies | 2 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
June 3, 2026 — 10 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| E-0004 | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 22, 2026) |
| E-0006 | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 22, 2026) |
| E-0024 | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 22, 2026) |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 22, 2026) |
| K-0222 | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 22, 2026) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 22, 2026) |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 7, 2026) |
| K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 22, 2026) |
| K-0753 | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 22, 2026) |
| K-0915 | Have proper power supply for life support equipment. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 22, 2026) |
March 18, 2025 — 8 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| E-0015 | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 2, 2025) |
| E-0030 | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 2, 2025) |
| E-0032 | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 2, 2025) |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 2, 2025) |
| K-0222 | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 2, 2025) |
| K-0362 | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 2, 2025) |
| K-0522 | Have an externally vented heating system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 2, 2025) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 2, 2025) |
January 10, 2024 — 16 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| E-0009 | Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| E-0023 | Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| E-0029 | Develop a communication plan. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| E-0033 | Establish methods for sharing information. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| E-0034 | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| E-0035 | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| E-0036 | Establish emergency prep training and testing. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| E-0037 | Establish staff and initial training requirements. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| E-0039 | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| K-0791 | Ensure that any exit in an area undergoing construction, repair, or improvements shall be inspected daily to ensure its ability to be used instantly in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| K-0921 | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
| K-0926 | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 24, 2024) |
Reflects the CMS posting of October 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.