nursing home in Tyler, TX
Avir at Petal Hill
900 S Baxter Ave, Tyler, TX 75701 · (903) 597-8192
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Avir at Petal Hill at a glance
Avir at Petal Hill is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Tyler, Texas (Smith County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 5, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $25,532.
Nursing staff turnover is 43.9% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Avir Health Group
- Medicare-certified since
- April 18, 1984
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Smith County
- CMS Certification Number
- 455485
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.50 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.36 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.05 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.01 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.9% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 5 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 80 | 102 | 80.6 | Average |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $25,532 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 78 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 64.7% | 67.6% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 7.1% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.7% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.2% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.8% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.8% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.9% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 2.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 23% | 18% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.3% | 13.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.6% | 98% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85.9% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 35% | 88% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 61.7% | 88.9% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 4, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 24, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Complaint | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2025 |
| November 11, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| February 27, 2025 Complaint | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Complaint | Honor 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| December 11, 2024 Standard | Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0850 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| December 11, 2024 Standard | Honor 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| December 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Complaint | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Complaint | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Complaint | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0800 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Complaint | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Complaint | Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0850 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 22, 2024 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 14, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 11, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 11, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 14, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $25,532 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2026 | Fine | $10,631 |
| April 1, 2026 | Payment Denial | 34 days from July 1, 2026 |
| November 11, 2025 | Fine | $14,901 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 900 S BAXTER AVENUE OPCO, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2025 |
| 900 S BAXTER AVENUE PROPERTY OWNER, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| AUGUSTUS, LAZEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER NNN GROUP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER OP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WICKS, STEVEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| THOMPSON, JOHNNY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/2024 |
| DAGAN, AMITAI Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2025 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, ABRAHAM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, FAIGY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2025 |
| 900 S BAXTER AVENUE OPCO, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| AUGUSTUS, LAZEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| TRAVITSKY, AARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WICKS, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Avir at Petal Hill's rating?
Avir at Petal Hill has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Texas nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Avir at Petal Hill receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Avir at Petal Hill accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Avir at Petal Hill?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Avir Health Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Avir at Petal Hill and how do I contact it?
Avir at Petal Hill is at 900 S Baxter Ave, Tyler, TX 75701. Phone: (903) 597-8192.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.