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HomeWashingtonMt Baker Care Center

Mt Baker Care Center

2905 Connelly Avenue, Bellingham, WA 982253607344181
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
70
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 5/5 stars (above average)

• Has 70 certified beds with an average of 55.4 residents per day (79% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 5 deficiencies (inspected Jul 2, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 5.30 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 40.0%

• Part of the Regency Pacific Management chain (27 facilities)

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. The facility scored above average compared to Washington facilities.

Beds
70
Avg Residents/Day
55.4
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 1, 1991
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Whatcom
Last Inspection
Jul 2, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5
Weighted Score
24.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (18)

F0605Potential for Harm

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Survey: Jul 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jul 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Jul 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Jul 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Apr 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Mar 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0637Potential for Harm

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Survey: Apr 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Apr 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Apr 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0699Potential for Harm

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Survey: Apr 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jan 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jan 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Jan 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0801Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.24 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.82 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.23 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing5.30 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total4.57 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.15 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
40.0%
RN Turnover
31.6%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
CLAY, JAMES5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual50%Jul 28, 1998
CLAY MANAGEMENT GROUP LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AApr 1, 2014
CLAY, JAMESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 11, 2003
REIS-ELBARA, CATHERINEW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AApr 1, 2014

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Mt Baker Care Center?▾
Mt Baker Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Mt Baker Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Mt Baker Care Center had 5 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 2, 2025). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Mt Baker Care Center?▾
Mt Baker Care Center provides 5.30 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.23 RN hours, 0.82 LPN hours, and 3.24 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 40.0%.
How many beds does Mt Baker Care Center have?▾
Mt Baker Care Center has 70 certified beds with an average of 55.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 79% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Regency Pacific Management chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Mt Baker Care Center?▾
Yes, there are 5 other nursing homes in Bellingham, Washington with an average rating of 3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Bellingham nursing homes page.

Part of Regency Pacific Management

This chain operates 27 facilities. View all →