nursing home in Claude, TX
Palo Duro Nursing Home
405 S Collins St, Claude, TX 79019 · (806) 226-5121
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Palo Duro Nursing Home at a glance
Palo Duro Nursing Home is a 66-bed for-profit nursing home in Claude, Texas (Armstrong County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 20, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 39.1% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 66
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Gulf Coast LTC Partners
- Medicare-certified since
- February 19, 1986
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Armstrong County
- CMS Certification Number
- 455641
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 3.04 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.41 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.49 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.79 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 39.1% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.7% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 6 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 37 | 102 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 66 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 32 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 48.5% | 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) | 2.9% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.4% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 31.2% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| 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) | 23% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 19.6% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.8% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.6% | 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) | 22.2% | 18% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.5% | 13.4% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 20, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 20, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 20, 2025 Standard | 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 20, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 20, 2025 Standard | Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0839 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 20, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 20, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 20, 2025 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| July 15, 2025 Complaint | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0940 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 8, 2025 |
| July 30, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 30, 2024 Standard | 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 30, 2024 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 30, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 30, 2024 Standard | 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 August 30, 2024 |
| July 30, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 30, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| November 20, 2023 Complaint | 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 20, 2023 |
| June 1, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2023 |
| June 1, 2023 Standard | 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 1, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 1, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 1, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 1, 2023 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 1, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 1, 2023 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 July 1, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLAUDETX LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/21/2025 |
| GLEISNER, STONEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| STEWART, RANDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2010 |
| HOLCOMB, HOLLY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/29/2021 |
| STRATTON, EMILEE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2018 |
| CLAUDETX LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| GLEISNER, STONEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| MISTRETTA, CASSANDRA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| PFEIFER, MARY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| STEWART, RANDY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2010 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Palo Duro Nursing Home's rating?
Palo Duro Nursing Home has 3 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 Palo Duro Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Palo Duro Nursing Home 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 Palo Duro Nursing Home?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Gulf Coast LTC Partners. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Palo Duro Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Palo Duro Nursing Home is at 405 S Collins St, Claude, TX 79019. Phone: (806) 226-5121.
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.