Whatcom County · Washington

Nursing homes in Whatcom County, Washington

CMS data lists 8 certified nursing homes across 3 cities in Whatcom County. Compare their CMS overall ratings, inspection records, federal penalties, and staffing signals below.

8 facilities3 citiesCMS data · updated 2026-07-17

At a glance

CMS rates 8 of 8 certified nursing homes in Whatcom County. 1 holds a 1-star overall rating and 1 currently shows the CMS abuse icon. The average CMS overall rating here is 3.88, compared with a Washington average of 3.29; averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated.
Certified nursing homes
8
across 3 cities
Average CMS overall
3.88
Washington avg 3.29
1-star overall (CMS)
1
CMS abuse icon shown
1
Federal penalty records
$695,119
Payment denial records
3
Higher-severity citations
27

Rating and geographic landscape

How CMS ratings and facilities are distributed across Whatcom County.

CMS overall rating distribution

How these facilities spread across the CMS five-star overall rating.

5 star5 · 63%
4 star0 · 0%
3 star1 · 13%
2 star1 · 13%
1 star1 · 13%
8 rated

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Nursing homes by city in Whatcom County

The cities holding the largest share of Whatcom County nursing homes.

8 nursing homes across 3 cities. Select a city for its full list.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Facilities in Whatcom County

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CMS overall
8 facilities
FacilityLocationCMS overallCMS abuse iconFederal penalty records
Shuksan Rehabilitation and Health Care
CCN 505098
Bellingham, WACMS overall rating: 1 out of 51Not shown$73,622
North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation
CCN 505393
Bellingham, WACMS overall rating: 2 out of 52Shown$365,047
Highland Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia
CCN 505140
Bellingham, WACMS overall rating: 3 out of 53Not shown$69,274
Alderwood Park Health and Rehab of Cascadia
CCN 505092
Bellingham, WACMS overall rating: 5 out of 55Not shownNone in data
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham
CCN 505296
Bellingham, WACMS overall rating: 5 out of 55Not shown$106,024
Christian Health Care Center
CCN 505406
Lynden, WACMS overall rating: 5 out of 55Not shown$33,970
Mt Baker Care Center
CCN 505376
Bellingham, WACMS overall rating: 5 out of 55Not shownNone in data
Stafholt Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia
CCN 505395
Blaine, WACMS overall rating: 5 out of 55Not shown$47,182

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Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in Whatcom County, Washington?

This dataset includes 8 CMS-certified nursing homes in Whatcom County, Washington, from the official CMS Provider Information file, across 3 cities. Of these, 1 has a 1-star CMS overall rating and 1 currently shows the CMS abuse icon.

What is the average CMS rating in Whatcom County?

The average CMS overall star rating across the 8 nursing homes in Whatcom County is 3.88, compared with a Washington average of 3.29. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about any individual facility.

How can I compare nursing homes in Whatcom County?

Use the table on this page or the search filters to compare facilities on the same CMS fields — CMS overall rating, federal penalty records, payment denials, and the CMS abuse icon. See the guide on how to compare nursing homes.

How do I verify a nursing home in Whatcom County with official sources?

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Methodology and limits
Counts reflect the current CMS dataset for Whatcom County and may lag conditions on the ground. A county average excludes facilities CMS has not rated. Confirm current status on CMS Care Compare. See full methodology.
SeniorCareRating.com summarizes public CMS data. It is not affiliated with CMS, Medicare.gov, or any nursing home. Data may lag current conditions. This is not medical, legal, or care-placement advice — always verify with official sources and qualified professionals.