Avamere Rehabilitation Of Burien
Burien, WA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 505252) · 140 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: 1 totaling $59,485
Phone: (206) 242-3213 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Avamere Rehabilitation Of Burien has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Washington state average of 3.21. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
Avamere Rehabilitation Of Burien reports 4.08 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.76 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 4. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 24.4%.
Avamere Rehabilitation Of Burien has 1 federal fine on record totaling $59,485.00, with no payment denials reported. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently in the Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
Avamere Rehabilitation Of Burien is a 140-bed skilled nursing facility in Burien, King County, Washington, serving an average of 80 residents daily. The facility is organized as a for-profit limited liability company and has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since February 1983.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 2 out of 5, which is below the Washington state average of 3.21. Its four component ratings are mixed: health inspections are rated 2 stars, quality measures are rated 4 stars, and staffing is rated 4 stars.
Nurse staffing levels average 4.08 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.76 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 24.4%.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $59,485.00 for this facility. There have been no payment denials on record.
Avamere Rehabilitation Of Burien is part of the Avamere chain, which operates 27 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 3.0 stars, placing this location below its own chain's average.
There has been no change in ownership reported within the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
This profile is based on data published by CMS Care Compare; families should consult the official Care Compare listing for the most current inspection results and ratings.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Its overall rating is 2 out of 5 stars, below the Washington state average of 3.21.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, this facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 4.08 hours per resident per day, with 0.76 RN hours per resident per day, and staff turnover is 24.4%; the staffing star rating is 4 out of 5.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $59,485.00 and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No abuse icon is displayed for this facility, and it is not listed in the Special Focus Facility program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It is certified for 140 beds and has an average daily census of 80 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit limited liability company and is part of the Avamere chain, which operates 27 facilities nationally with an average rating of 3.0 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since February 1, 1983.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on health inspections (2 stars), staffing (4 stars), quality measures (4 stars), and an overall rating (2 stars) combining these components.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; please contact the facility at 2062423213 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The provided data does not cover tour details; please contact the facility at 2062423213 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current ratings and inspection reports at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/505252?state=WA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.