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MT BAKER CARE CENTER

Grade A 93/100 composite score

For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
5/5
Health Insp.
5/5
Quality
4/5
Staffing
5/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

70

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

Total Fines

None

Last Survey

N/A

2905 CONNELLY AVENUE, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
3607344181

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
1.06h
LPN
0.70h
CNA
2.77h
Total
4.53h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

CLAY, JAMES

Individual5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Jul 1998

50%

CLAY MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC

OrganizationOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Apr 2014

CLAY, JAMES

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Nov 2003

REIS-ELBARA, CATHERINE

IndividualW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEESince Apr 2014

Penalties & Fines

No penalties or fines on record.

Health Inspection Deficiencies (18)

July 2, 2025Health5 deficiencies
0605DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 31, 2025
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 31, 2025
0686DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 31, 2025
0757DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 31, 2025
0880DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 31, 2025
April 12, 2024Health6 deficiencies
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected May 10, 2024
0677EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected May 10, 2024
0692DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected May 10, 2024
0699DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected May 10, 2024
0880DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected May 10, 2024
0637DMinimal harm, Isolated

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected May 10, 2024
April 3, 2024Health1 deficiency
0760DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected May 1, 2024
March 4, 2024Health1 deficiency
0684DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Apr 7, 2024
January 7, 2023Health5 deficiencies
0812FMinimal harm, Widespread

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

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Feb 15, 2023
0760DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Feb 15, 2023
0641DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Feb 15, 2023
0791DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Feb 15, 2023
0801FMinimal harm, Widespread

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.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Feb 15, 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for MT BAKER CARE CENTER?

MT BAKER CARE CENTER in BELLINGHAM, Washington has a CareGrader grade of A (Excellent), with a composite score of 93.3 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for MT BAKER CARE CENTER?

MT BAKER CARE CENTER has an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 5/5, and a staffing rating of 5/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does MT BAKER CARE CENTER have?

MT BAKER CARE CENTER has 18 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

How many beds does MT BAKER CARE CENTER have?

MT BAKER CARE CENTER has 70 certified beds with approximately 55 current residents (79% occupancy). The facility is located at 2905 CONNELLY AVENUE, BELLINGHAM, Washington 98225. It is a for profit - limited liability company facility.

Data Disclaimer

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