Avalon Healthcare Bellingham
3121 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham, WA, 98225
CMS ownership records associate this facility with Avalon Health Care · For profit - Corporation.
At a glance
- CMS overall
- 5
- of 5
- Health inspection
- 4
- of 5
- Staffing
- 4
- of 5
- Quality measures
- 5
- of 5
- Certified beds
- 105
- CMS-reported
CMS rating profile
The four CMS ratings on one aligned scale, with county and state averages for context.
Rating profile
How this facility's overall rating relates to its three CMS component ratings.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Comparative context
This facility's CMS overall rating next to its county and state averages.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating
Methodology
Inspections and citations
Health-inspection citations CMS reports for this facility. Individual records are in the technical appendix.
Citation profile
How many citations CMS reports, how severe, and when they occurred.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Methodology
Federal records
Federal fines (CMPs) and payment-denial records CMS reports in the recent reporting period. These are distinct record types and are never merged.
Federal fines (CMP)
Fine records over time, sized by amount.
- Apr 24, 2025$32,298
- May 31, 2023$73,726
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Payment denials
Payment-denial records over time, sized by duration.
- May 31, 202320 days
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Methodology
Staffing and care
Selected CMS care indicators for long-stay residents, with a typical level for context. The CMS staffing star rating appears in the rating profile above.
Selected care measures
How this facility's reported care indicators sit against a typical level.
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication.
Long-stay residents with new or worsened pressure ulcers.
Long-stay residents with one or more falls with major injury.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating
Methodology
Ownership
Facilities and agencies grouped by CMS-reported ownership fields. A company appearing here does not by itself mean it controlled day-to-day care or did anything wrong.
| Owner / organization | Role |
|---|---|
| Avalon Holding, Inc. | DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Avalon Health Care, Inc. | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Hyrum a Kirton Individual Tr | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| The Byron a Kirton Individual Tr | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Dangerfield, David | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Gonzales, Charles | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Hash, Alan | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Kirton, Byron | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Kirton, Charles | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Kirton, Hyrum | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Kirton, Spencer | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Nelson, Ryan | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Woltil, Robert | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Dangerfield, David | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY |
| Gonzales, Charles | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY |
| Hash, Alan | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY |
| Kirton, Byron | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY |
| Kirton, Charles | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY |
| Kirton, Hyrum | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY |
| Kirton, Spencer | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY |
| Nelson, Ryan | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY |
| Woltil, Robert | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY |
| Avalon Holding, Inc. | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Dangerfield, David | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Gonzales, Charles | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Hash, Alan | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Johnson, Allen | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Kirton, Byron | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Kirton, Charles | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Kirton, Hyrum | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Kirton, Spencer | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Nelson, Melissa | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Nelson, Ryan | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Woltil, Robert | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Avalon Health Care, Inc. | ADP OF THE SNF |
| Avalon Holding, Inc. | ADP OF THE SNF |
| Avalon Real Estate LLC | ADP OF THE SNF |
| Hyrum a Kirton Individual Tr | ADP OF THE SNF |
| Peacehealth | ADP OF THE SNF |
| The Byron a Kirton Individual Tr | ADP OF THE SNF |
| Johnson, Allen | ADP OF THE SNF |
| Nelson, Melissa | ADP OF THE SNF |
Nearby facilities
Other CMS-certified nursing homes near Whatcom County.
Verify the current location and license with official sources.
| Facility | Location | Overall | Health | Staffing | CMS abuse icon | Federal penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avamere Rehabilitation of Issaquah CCN 505004 | Issaquah, WA | 2 | 2 | 2 | Not shown | $48,663 |
| Avamere Rehabilitation of Shoreline CCN 505009 | Seattle, WA | 2 | 1 | 3 | Not shown | $0 |
| Garden Village CCN 505010 | Yakima, WA | 2 | 2 | 2 | Not shown | $102,166 |
| Grays Harbor Health & Rehabilitation Center CCN 505016 | Aberdeen, WA | 4 | 4 | 3 | Not shown | $0 |
| Washington Care Center CCN 505017 | Seattle, WA | 3 | 2 | 4 | Not shown | $58,704 |
| Spokane Falls Care CCN 505024 | Spokane, WA | 1 | 1 | 2 | Not shown | $125,736 |
Related research
Frequently asked questions
What is Avalon Healthcare Bellingham's CMS rating?
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham has a 5-star CMS overall rating (out of 5) in the current dataset, with CMS component ratings of 4 for health inspections, 4 for staffing, and 5 for quality measures. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about current conditions.
Where is Avalon Healthcare Bellingham located?
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham is located at 3121 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham, WA, 98225 in Whatcom County, and CMS lists 105 certified beds.
Does Avalon Healthcare Bellingham have federal penalties or payment denials on record?
The CMS data includes $106,024 in federal fine amounts and 1 payment-denial record for Avalon Healthcare Bellingham over roughly the past three years. These are CMS-reported records; see CMS Care Compare for the details and context.
How does Avalon Healthcare Bellingham's rating compare to nearby facilities?
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham's CMS overall rating is 5 of 5. For comparison, the average CMS overall rating is 3.88 across 8 facilities in Whatcom County, and 3.29 across Washington. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated, and a star rating is a CMS summary, not a judgment about any individual facility.
How can I verify Avalon Healthcare Bellingham's current information?
SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm Avalon Healthcare Bellingham's current ratings, inspection reports, and license status on the official CMS Care Compare site and with your state survey agency.
Technical appendix
Record identifiers
- CMS provider number (CCN)
- 505296
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Certified beds
- 105
- Data snapshot
- 2026-07-17
All 32 citation records
| Date | CMS tag | Severity | Type | CMS deficiency status | Correction date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2025 | 0605 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2025 | 0655 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2025 | 0684 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2025 | 0686 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2025 | 0688 | E | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2025 | 0689 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2025 | 0695 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2025 | 0761 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2025 | 0883 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2025 | 0887 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 0686 | G | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | May 15, 2025 |
| Jan 13, 2025 | 0580 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 29, 2025 |
| Dec 6, 2024 | 0551 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Dec 6, 2024 | 0656 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Dec 6, 2024 | 0677 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Dec 6, 2024 | 0680 | E | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Dec 6, 2024 | 0684 | E | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Dec 6, 2024 | 0690 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Sep 3, 2024 | 0583 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Sep 17, 2024 |
| Sep 3, 2024 | 0610 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Sep 19, 2024 |
| Sep 3, 2024 | 0689 | G | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Sep 19, 2024 |
| Mar 25, 2024 | 0584 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Apr 9, 2024 |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 0636 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Feb 1, 2024 |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 0658 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Feb 1, 2024 |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 0697 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Feb 1, 2024 |
How to verify this data
- The current CMS profile on Medicare’s Care Compare
- Your state survey agency’s latest inspection reports
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