About Avalon Healthcare Bellingham
Nursing home overview and details
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham is a for-profit nursing home in Bellingham, WA, serving Whatcom County and the surrounding community. The facility has 105 certified beds with an average daily census of 64.6 residents.
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1986, bringing 40 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with AVALON HEALTH CARE, which provides administrative support and oversight.
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Bellingham, WA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Very Good
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.
Health Inspection
Average
Quality Measures
Excellent
Staffing
Very Good
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham provides 4.48 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 1.23 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 52.4%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 46.7%. Weekend staffing averages 3.95 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham has received 2 fines totaling $106,024, and has 3 total penalties on record. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Avalon Healthcare Bellingham
What is the CMS rating for Avalon Healthcare Bellingham?
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Avalon Healthcare Bellingham have?
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham has 105 certified beds with an average daily census of 64.6 residents.
What type of facility is Avalon Healthcare Bellingham?
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Whatcom County in Bellingham, WA.
How many doctors practice at Avalon Healthcare Bellingham?
1 physicians are affiliated with Avalon Healthcare Bellingham. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Avalon Healthcare Bellingham have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Avalon Healthcare Bellingham has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·