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Life Care Center of Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon, WA: 1 star rating, fined $206,734 across 4 fines

Life Care Center of Mount Vernon in Mount Vernon, WA is owned by Developers Investment Company Inc, is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $206,734 across 4 fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 90 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on July 27, 2026, and 8 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
2120 East Division Street, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
3 of 5
Quality measure rating
4 of 5
Certified beds
121
Residents per day
68 on average
Ownership type
For profit, corporation
Legal business name
Mt. Vernon Operations, LLC
Chain
Life Care Centers of America, 194 facilities
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CMS shows an abuse icon on Care Compare
Fines
$206,734 across 4 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
90, of which 8 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
July 27, 2026
CMS Certification Number
505272
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
November 18, 2025Fine$61,770Not listeddata.cms.gov
July 31, 2025Fine$26,598Not listeddata.cms.gov
May 1, 2024Fine$48,588Not listeddata.cms.gov
October 17, 2023Fine$69,778Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
July 27, 2026F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesE: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
July 27, 2026F551Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
April 23, 2026F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2026data.cms.gov
April 23, 2026F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2026data.cms.gov
April 9, 2026F627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 10, 2026data.cms.gov
November 18, 2025F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedDecember 31, 2025data.cms.gov
November 18, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedDecember 31, 2025data.cms.gov
November 18, 2025F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 31, 2025data.cms.gov
September 11, 2025F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 22, 2025data.cms.gov
September 11, 2025F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 22, 2025data.cms.gov
July 31, 2025F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedAugust 22, 2025data.cms.gov
July 31, 2025F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 22, 2025data.cms.gov
July 31, 2025F585Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 22, 2025data.cms.gov
May 20, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedJune 13, 2025data.cms.gov
May 20, 2025F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJune 13, 2025data.cms.gov
May 20, 2025F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 13, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F758Implement 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F688Provide 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F585Honor 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F584Honor 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 9, 2025F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 9, 2025data.cms.gov
March 17, 2025F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 15, 2025data.cms.gov
August 6, 2024F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 23, 2024data.cms.gov
August 6, 2024F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 23, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F688Provide 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.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F947Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F761Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F758Implement 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F646Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
May 1, 2024F584Honor 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 5, 2024data.cms.gov
March 20, 2024F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 8, 2024data.cms.gov
December 4, 2023F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2024data.cms.gov
October 17, 2023F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedNovember 30, 2023data.cms.gov
October 17, 2023F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 30, 2023data.cms.gov
October 17, 2023F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 30, 2023data.cms.gov
October 17, 2023F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 30, 2023data.cms.gov
October 17, 2023F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 30, 2023data.cms.gov
October 17, 2023F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 30, 2023data.cms.gov
October 17, 2023F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 30, 2023data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 19 individual or personal trusts (1 owners, 10 managers, 5 officers, directors or trustees, 3 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Developers Investment Company IncDirect ownerNot listedSeptember 19, 1995data.cms.gov
Developers Investment Company IncOperational or managerial controlNot listedJanuary 1, 2006data.cms.gov
Life Care Centers of America, Inc.Operational or managerial controlNot listedSeptember 28, 1995data.cms.gov
Life Care Centers of America, Inc.Additional disclosable partyNot listedMarch 20, 2025data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

Updated November 7, 2026. Read from CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing homes. Open data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (US government work). Fines and citations are as CMS lists them on the date this page was read and can change after an appeal. The CMS files are joined on the CMS Certification Number. CMS gives owners no ID, so an owner page groups facilities by the owner name as CMS spells it. Names of individual owners and managers are not shown. This page uses CMS data and is not endorsed or certified by CMS. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.