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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

Avamere Court at Keizer

5210 River Road N., Keizer, OR 97303

Avamere Court at Keizer, a 69-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing facility in Keizer, OR, holds a 4-star CMS overall rating - well above the 3.0-star national average, with nurse staffing above the national norm. No recent finding reached the actual-harm level.

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating, read the components below; they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

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4 / 5
Above average · CMS overall · nat'l 3.0
4.48
Well above average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.89
18
Inspection findings
$0
Federal penalties (0)

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

3/5

Long-Stay Quality

3/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
385233
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
69
Residents
50
In Hospital
No
County
Marion
Last Inspection
Sep 19, 2025

Staffing Data

How the 4.48 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
0.52 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
1.30
CNA Hours
2.65
Total Nursing Hours
4.48 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.10
Nursing Turnover
32.8%
RN Turnover
40.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Avamere Court at Keizer

Avamere Court at Keizer operates 69 certified beds in Keizer, OR with approximately 50 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (3★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone, a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 18 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues, if any, did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 4.48 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.52 per resident day, the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Avamere Court at Keizer falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes, ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 32.8%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report, the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (18 most recent)

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 19, 2025 Tag: 0657

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 31, 2025

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0761

Ensure 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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0759

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0758

Implement 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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0727

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0657

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

F - Widespread - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0585

Honor 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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0572

Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0565

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 31, 2024 Tag: 0600

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 3, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 21, 2023 Tag: 0804

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: May 31, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 21, 2023 Tag: 0727

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: May 31, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 21, 2023 Tag: 0690

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 31, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 21, 2023 Tag: 0636

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: May 31, 2023

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 15.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 1.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 5.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 35.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 1.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 11.1% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 0.8% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.8% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 99.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 11.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 33.7% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 98.4% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 97.8% No

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Avamere Court at Keizer?
Avamere Court at Keizer has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (3★).
What are the staffing levels at Avamere Court at Keizer?
Avamere Court at Keizer reports 4.48 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.52 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 32.8%.
How many beds does Avamere Court at Keizer have?
Avamere Court at Keizer has 69 certified beds with approximately 50 residents. The facility is located at 5210 River Road N., Keizer, OR 97303.
Does Avamere Court at Keizer have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Avamere Court at Keizer has 18 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Avamere Court at Keizer received any fines or penalties?
No, Avamere Court at Keizer has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Avamere Court at Keizer?
Avamere Court at Keizer is classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Avamere Court at Keizer last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Avamere Court at Keizer was on Sep 19, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Avamere Court at Keizer?
Avamere Court at Keizer is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.

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