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HomeWashingtonMt Baker Care Center

Mt Baker Care Center

2905 Connelly Avenue, Bellingham, WA 982253607344181WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(12 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
70
certified

How Mt Baker Care Center Compares in Washington

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.

CMS overall rating
5/5
WA average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
WA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
WA average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.00 hrs/day
WA average
4.37 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.30 hrs/day
WA average
0.94 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
41.0%
WA average
45.4%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Washington average of 3.2/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Washington average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.00 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 4.37.
Reported RN time is 1.30 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.94.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
8
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 12, 2024
Most recent cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 2, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 fewer deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$10,524/mo
Washington median
Private Room
$12,419/mo
Washington median
Whatcom County 65+
40,971
18.1% of county
County Population
226,523
Whatcom County

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.

Beds
70
Avg Residents/Day
56.6
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)
7
Weighted Score
30.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (20)

F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: May 12, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 7, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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
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
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
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
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

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

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

Survey: Mar 4, 2024Corrected: 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
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
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 Aide3.02 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.68 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.30 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.00 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.41 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.14 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
41.0%
RN Turnover
22.2%
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 (12)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
CLAY, JAMESDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJul 28, 1998
DAVIS, ODITADIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJul 28, 1998
CLAY, JAMESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 11, 2003
NIGHTINGALE HEALTHCARE LLC.OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ADec 1, 2012
REIS-ELBARA, CATHERINEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 1, 2014
SEKERAMAYI, FLOYDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
MERL INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ADec 1, 2014
NIGHTINGALE HEALTHCARE LLC.ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 3, 2025
PREMERE REHAB LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2023
REIS-ELBARA, CATHERINEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 1, 2014
SEKERAMAYI, FLOYDADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
THOMAS, CATHERINEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 2, 2018

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Mt Baker Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Washington facilities
Mt Baker Care Center
Bellingham, WACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Highland Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia
Bellingham, WA4,752 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $63,697
Shuksan Rehabilitation and Health Care
Bellingham, WA2.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $74,794
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham
Bellingham, WA4.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $32,298
Alderwood Park Health and Rehab of Cascadia
Bellingham, WA4.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation
Bellingham, WA6.9 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $313,623
Soundview Rehabilitation and Health Care INC
Anacortes, WA15.8 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Mt Baker Care Center
Bellingham, WA · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Highland Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia
Bellingham, WA
4,752 ft3/53/53/5$63,697
Shuksan Rehabilitation and Health Care
Bellingham, WA
2.6 mi2/51/52/5$74,794
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham
Bellingham, WA
4.1 mi5/54/54/5$32,298
Alderwood Park Health and Rehab of Cascadia
Bellingham, WA
4.7 mi5/54/54/5None recorded
North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation
Bellingham, WA
6.9 mi2/51/54/5$313,623
Soundview Rehabilitation and Health Care INC
Anacortes, WA
15.8 mi2/52/53/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

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 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Mt Baker Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Washington is $10,524/month for a semi-private room and $12,419/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Mt Baker Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Mt Baker Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Mt Baker Care Center had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 2, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Mt Baker Care Center?▾
Mt Baker Care Center provides 5.00 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.30 RN hours, 0.68 LPN hours, and 3.02 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 41.0%.
How many beds does Mt Baker Care Center have?▾
Mt Baker Care Center has 70 certified beds with an average of 56.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 81% 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. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Washington, including 5 in Bellingham. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Mt Baker Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Mt Baker Care Center has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 12 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Regency Pacific Management

This chain operates 27 facilities. View all →