nursing home in Tyler, TX
Briarcliff Health Center
3403 Vine Ave, Tyler, TX 75701 · (903) 581-5714
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Briarcliff Health Center at a glance
Briarcliff Health Center is a 230-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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 21, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $51,034.
Nursing staff turnover is 41% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 230
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Smith County
- CMS Certification Number
- 675142
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 3.67 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.47 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.37 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.26 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 47.1% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 64.5 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $51,034 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 230 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 132 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 57.2% | 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) | 7.5% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.4% | 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) | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.2% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.6% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.2% | 3% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.3% | 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) | 32.3% | 18% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.7% | 13.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.2% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.7% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 59.3% | 88% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 74% | 88.9% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2025 Standard | 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 June 13, 2025 |
| August 13, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 24, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Complaint | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| April 10, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 10, 2024 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 10, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 10, 2024 Fire safety | Provide rooms that can be unlocked from inside without a key. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0221 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 10, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| April 10, 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 April 11, 2024 |
| April 5, 2024 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 | Corrected March 21, 2024 |
| April 5, 2024 Complaint | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0624 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2024 |
| April 5, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2024 |
| April 5, 2024 Complaint | Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0620 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Complaint | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 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 | Corrected February 7, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Complaint | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2024 |
| March 8, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 8, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 8, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2023 |
| March 8, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $51,034 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 5, 2024 | Fine | $16,801 |
| February 6, 2024 | Fine | $34,233 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTH LIMESTONE HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 06/01/2019 |
| GRAY, ARNOLD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| HEWITT, HERBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| MILSTEAD, JACK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| O'NEAL, GLENDA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| PRICE, LARRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| SEELINGER, CHET Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| SINCLAIR, LAUREN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| STANTON, MARTHA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| WILLIAMS, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| BATES, JOSHUA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| SBS LEASECO BRIARCLIFF LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| SHELTON, CHANA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| SIMS, DEBRA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Briarcliff Health Center's rating?
Briarcliff Health Center 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 Briarcliff Health Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Briarcliff Health Center 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 Briarcliff Health Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Briarcliff Health Center and how do I contact it?
Briarcliff Health Center is at 3403 Vine Ave, Tyler, TX 75701. Phone: (903) 581-5714.
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.