Three Creeks Post Acute
Pullman, WA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 505246) · 48 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 2 totaling $50,850 · 1 payment denial
Phone: (509) 332-1566 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Three Creeks Post Acute has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Washington state average of 3.21 stars. Its health inspection rating is 1 star and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
Three Creeks Post Acute reports total nurse staffing of about 3.75 hours per resident per day, including 0.86 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 3 stars. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 57.1%.
Three Creeks Post Acute has 2 federal fines on record totaling $50,850.00, along with 1 payment denial. CMS does not list an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
About this facility
Three Creeks Post Acute is a 48-certified-bed skilled nursing facility in Pullman, Washington, operating under Medicare and Medicaid certification since September 1979. The facility currently serves an average of 39.4 residents daily and is operated as a for-profit limited liability company. It is part of the Kalesta Healthcare Group chain, which includes 19 facilities with an average CMS rating of 2.4 stars.
According to CMS Care Compare, Three Creeks Post Acute holds an Overall Rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is below the Washington state average of 3.21 stars. The facility's Health Inspection Rating is 1 star, its Quality Measure Rating is 4 stars, and its Staffing Rating is 3 stars.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS shows total nurse staffing of approximately 3.75 hours per resident per day, including 0.86 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 57.1%.
On penalties, CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $50,850.00, along with 1 instance of payment denial imposed on this facility.
Ownership has not changed within the past 12 months, so the ratings above reflect the current operator. Families considering this facility are encouraged to review the full inspection history, staffing details, and quality measures directly on Medicare Care Compare, as star ratings and penalty records are subject to periodic CMS updates.
Source: CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Three Creeks Post Acute has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is below the Washington state average of 3.21 stars.
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 about 3.75 hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 3 stars and a nursing staff turnover rate of 57.1%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 2 fines totaling $50,850.00 and 1 payment denial.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Three Creeks Post Acute has 48 certified beds and an average daily population of 39.4 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is operated as a for-profit limited liability company and is part of the Kalesta Healthcare Group chain, which includes 19 facilities with an average rating of 2.4 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on September 1, 1979.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on an Overall rating, a Health Inspection rating, a Quality Measure rating, and a Staffing rating; for this facility these are 1, 1, 4, and 3 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service lines such as short-term rehabilitation; contact the facility at 5093321566 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 5093321566 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's current ratings and inspection history at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/505246?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.