CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Washington. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Mt Baker Care Center is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Bellingham, Washington with 70 certified beds. It has been operating since 1991. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLAY, JAMES | DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Jul 28, 1998 |
| DAVIS, ODITA | DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Jul 28, 1998 |
| CLAY, JAMES | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Nov 11, 2003 |
| NIGHTINGALE HEALTHCARE LLC. | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | Dec 1, 2012 |
| REIS-ELBARA, CATHERINE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Apr 1, 2014 |
| SEKERAMAYI, FLOYD | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2025 |
| MERL INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Dec 1, 2014 |
| NIGHTINGALE HEALTHCARE LLC. | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jul 3, 2025 |
| PREMERE REHAB LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jan 1, 2023 |
| REIS-ELBARA, CATHERINE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Apr 1, 2014 |
| SEKERAMAYI, FLOYD | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2025 |
| THOMAS, CATHERINE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 2, 2018 |
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