Inspection History Overview

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Detailed Inspection Reports

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August 12, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Fines and Penalties by Year

2022 3 penalties totaling $143,408

$15,000
Sep 19, 2022

Fine

$118,658
Jan 13, 2022

Fine

$9,750
Jan 13, 2022

Fine

2021 1 penalties totaling $49,836

$49,836
Jul 29, 2021

Fine

2019 2 penalties totaling $35,815

$0
Aug 1, 2019

Payment Denial

$35,815
Mar 1, 2019

Fine

2018 1 penalties totaling $18,000

$18,000
May 10, 2018

Fine

2017 2 penalties totaling $43,248

$9,428
Nov 22, 2017

Fine

$33,820
Aug 30, 2017

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2025 1 violations

Tag 0689 D Mar 12, 2025

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Apr 8, 2025

2024 27 violations

Tag 0569 D Jul 17, 2024

Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0578 E Jul 17, 2024

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0584 D Jul 17, 2024

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.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0600 E Jul 17, 2024

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0607 D Jul 17, 2024

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0609 E Jul 17, 2024

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0610 E Jul 17, 2024

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0623 D Jul 17, 2024

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0625 D Jul 17, 2024

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0636 E Jul 17, 2024

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0645 D Jul 17, 2024

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0655 E Jul 17, 2024

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0660 D Jul 17, 2024

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0677 E Jul 17, 2024

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0684 D Jul 17, 2024

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0685 D Jul 17, 2024

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0686 D Jul 17, 2024

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0758 D Jul 17, 2024

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0761 D Jul 17, 2024

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024
Tag 0812 D Jul 17, 2024

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 22, 2024

2023 20 violations

Tag 0689 G Sep 27, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Nov 6, 2023
Tag 0880 D Sep 27, 2023

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Nov 6, 2023
Tag 0883 D Sep 27, 2023

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

✓ Corrected: Nov 6, 2023
Tag 0684 D Sep 13, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: Oct 17, 2023
Tag 0558 D Jun 14, 2023

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

✓ Corrected: Jul 24, 2023
Tag 0623 D Jun 14, 2023

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: Jul 24, 2023
Tag 0625 D Jun 14, 2023

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

✓ Corrected: Jul 24, 2023
Tag 0688 D Jun 14, 2023

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

✓ Corrected: Jul 24, 2023
Tag 0689 D Jun 14, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jul 24, 2023
Tag 0698 D Jun 14, 2023

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Jul 24, 2023
Tag 0755 E Jun 14, 2023

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

✓ Corrected: Jul 24, 2023
Tag 0812 F Jun 14, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: Jul 24, 2023
Tag 0580 D Apr 24, 2023

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: May 30, 2023
Tag 0684 G Apr 24, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: May 30, 2023
Tag 0880 E Apr 24, 2023

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: May 30, 2023
Tag 0886 D Apr 24, 2023

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

✓ Corrected: May 30, 2023
Tag 0699 D Mar 10, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: Apr 18, 2023
Tag 0842 E Mar 10, 2023

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Apr 12, 2023
Tag 0655 D Jan 9, 2023

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0921 F Jan 9, 2023

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023

2022 22 violations

Tag 0580 D Dec 6, 2022

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Jan 15, 2023
Tag 0689 D Dec 6, 2022

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jan 15, 2023
Tag 0880 D Sep 19, 2022

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Oct 21, 2022
Tag 0883 D Sep 19, 2022

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

✓ Corrected: Oct 21, 2022
Tag 0578 E Feb 25, 2022

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0600 J Feb 25, 2022

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0607 E Feb 25, 2022

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0609 D Feb 25, 2022

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

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0610 E Feb 25, 2022

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0644 D Feb 25, 2022

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0657 E Feb 25, 2022

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0684 K Feb 25, 2022

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

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0686 G Feb 25, 2022

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

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0697 G Feb 25, 2022

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0726 K Feb 25, 2022

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0756 D Feb 25, 2022

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0758 D Feb 25, 2022

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0791 D Feb 25, 2022

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0838 F Feb 25, 2022

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations and emergencies.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022
Tag 0841 H Feb 25, 2022

Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2022

2021 11 violations

Tag 0684 G Aug 19, 2021

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

✓ Corrected: Sep 27, 2021
Tag 0880 E Aug 19, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Tag 0886 D Aug 19, 2021

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

Tag 0684 D Jul 29, 2021

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

✓ Corrected: Sep 2, 2021
Tag 0880 E Jul 29, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Sep 2, 2021
Tag 0886 E Jul 29, 2021

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

✓ Corrected: Sep 2, 2021
Tag 0609 D Jun 10, 2021

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

Tag 0610 D Jun 10, 2021

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Tag 0689 G Jun 10, 2021

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Tag 0661 D Apr 22, 2021

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2021
Tag 0684 D Jan 8, 2021

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

✓ Corrected: Feb 10, 2021

2020 5 violations

Tag 0676 D Mar 4, 2020

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

✓ Corrected: Mar 23, 2020
Tag 0580 D Feb 11, 2020

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Mar 23, 2020
Tag 0607 D Feb 11, 2020

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

✓ Corrected: Mar 23, 2020
Tag 0609 D Feb 11, 2020

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

✓ Corrected: Mar 23, 2020
Tag 0610 D Feb 11, 2020

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Mar 23, 2020

2019 19 violations

Tag 0580 G Dec 13, 2019

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Jan 14, 2020
Tag 0623 D Aug 29, 2019

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0625 E Aug 29, 2019

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0656 E Aug 29, 2019

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

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0661 D Aug 29, 2019

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0677 D Aug 29, 2019

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

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0688 D Aug 29, 2019

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0689 D Aug 29, 2019

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0698 D Aug 29, 2019

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0732 C Aug 29, 2019

Post nurse staffing information every day.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0745 D Aug 29, 2019

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0758 E Aug 29, 2019

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0761 D Aug 29, 2019

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0921 E Aug 29, 2019

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0600 D Aug 1, 2019

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0607 D Aug 1, 2019

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2019
Tag 0585 E Mar 29, 2019

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

✓ Corrected: Apr 30, 2019
Tag 0725 E Mar 29, 2019

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

✓ Corrected: Apr 30, 2019
Tag 0661 D Mar 1, 2019

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

✓ Corrected: Apr 30, 2019

2018 12 violations

Tag 0760 D Oct 3, 2018

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Oct 4, 2018
Tag 0623 D Sep 18, 2018

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: Oct 11, 2018
Tag 0645 D Sep 18, 2018

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

✓ Corrected: Oct 11, 2018
Tag 0656 D Sep 18, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Oct 11, 2018
Tag 0689 D Sep 18, 2018

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Oct 11, 2018
Tag 0730 E Sep 18, 2018

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

✓ Corrected: Oct 11, 2018
Tag 0757 D Sep 18, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Oct 11, 2018
Tag 0550 D Jul 11, 2018

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2018
Tag 0609 D Jul 11, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2018
Tag 0610 E Jul 11, 2018

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2018
Tag 0580 D Jun 14, 2018

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2018
Tag 0759 E May 10, 2018

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2018

2017 11 violations

Tag 0309 G Nov 22, 2017

Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .

✓ Corrected: Dec 15, 2017
Tag 0250 D Aug 30, 2017

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2017
Tag 0309 E Aug 30, 2017

Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2017
Tag 0314 G Aug 30, 2017

Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2017
Tag 0315 D Aug 30, 2017

Ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2017
Tag 0329 E Aug 30, 2017

Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2017
Tag 0332 D Aug 30, 2017

Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2017
Tag 0441 E Aug 30, 2017

Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.

✓ Corrected: Oct 12, 2017
Tag 0323 G Jun 21, 2017

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jul 13, 2017
Tag 0226 D May 31, 2017

Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property.

✓ Corrected: Jul 13, 2017
Tag 0314 G May 31, 2017

Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores.

✓ Corrected: Jul 13, 2017
🏥 Facility Summary

LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND is a 2-star nursing home in RICHLAND, WA with 104 beds.

Most recent inspection: Data not available. No current violations on record.

📞 5099431117
📍 44 GOETHALS DRIVE, RICHLAND, WA
💵 Accepts Medicare and Medicaid
Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Facility information updated daily. Star ratings range from 1 (much below average) to 5 (much above average).

Frequently Asked Questions About LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND

What violations has LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND received?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND has 0 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND has a 2-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND safe?
Safety at LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND?
Phone: 5099431117. Address: 44 GOETHALS DRIVE, RICHLAND, WA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND offer?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF RICHLAND is a skilled nursing facility with 104 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
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