nursing home in Wharton, TX
Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
1220 Sunny Lane, Wharton, TX 77488 · (979) 532-5020
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed government nursing home in Wharton, Texas (Wharton County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 28, 2026) found 5 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $43,280.
Nursing staff turnover is 65.3% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Wellsential Health
- Medicare-certified since
- July 6, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Wharton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 675361
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.06 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.45 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.81 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.62 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 65.3% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 81.3% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 5 | 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) | 5 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 200.8 | 102 | 80.6 | Worse |
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) | $43,280 | $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 | 120 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 84 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 70% | 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% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.1% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14% | 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) | 5.6% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 3.9% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.4% | 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) | 17.9% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 1.6% | 13.4% | 19% | Better |
| 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) | 100% | 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) | 3.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.9% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 28, 2026 |
| May 28, 2026 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 28, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| February 6, 2026 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected April 19, 2026 |
| February 6, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected April 19, 2026 |
| February 6, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 18, 2026 |
| July 1, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 2, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 16, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 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 1, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 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 April 1, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2025 |
| March 7, 2025 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 December 6, 2024 |
| March 7, 2025 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 11, 2025 |
| July 2, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 31, 2024 |
| January 19, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Complaint | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
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 $43,280 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 6, 2026 | Fine | $34,999 |
| March 7, 2025 | Fine | $8,281 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CITIZENS MEDICAL CENTER COUNTY OF VICTORIA Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/01/2014 |
| 1220 SUNNY LANE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| CAPOCYAN, OWEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| CITIZENS MEDICAL CENTER COUNTY OF VICTORIA Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2025 |
| COX, KRYSTAL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DEKOWSKI, DONOVAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| DOZIER, MARSHELDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/21/2025 |
| REGENCY IHS CLINICAL CONSULTING, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| REGENCY IHS MASTER TENANT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| REGENCY IHS OF WHARTON LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| REGENCY IHS REHAB LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| REGENCY INTEGRATED HEALTH SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2025 |
| OLSON, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2015 |
| REGENCY IHS OF WHARTON LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| CSV RHEA MANAGEMENT HOLDCO, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| DWD TX HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| JACK AND NANCY DWYER WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| REGENCY TEXAS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| REG HG OPCO 1, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| REG HG OPCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| REG OPERATOR HOLDCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| BAIRD, DANIEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/13/2021 |
| CARVAJAL, ANTONIO Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/16/2024 |
| CLAPP, BARBARA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| CORTESE, DAREN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/10/2021 |
| GALVIN, BEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2014 |
| GIBSON, PATRICIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2021 |
| GONZALES, VERONICA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/16/2024 |
| GOROUHI, FARIBORZ Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| GUERRA, LUIS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2009 |
| HOLM, PAUL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2007 |
| KAUFMAN, NICOLE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/10/2021 |
| MANDELBAUM, ELLIOT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MARSHALL, RUSSELL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/23/2014 |
| NEUMANN, JAMES Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/31/2016 |
| OLSON, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2015 |
| THOMAS, ASHLIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| CITIZENS MEDICAL CENTER COUNTY OF VICTORIA Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| DEKOWSKI, DONOVAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2014 |
| DOZIER, MARSHELDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/21/2025 |
Showing 40 of 42 records.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 1 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 Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
It is government - hospital district and part of Wellsential Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is at 1220 Sunny Lane, Wharton, TX 77488. Phone: (979) 532-5020.
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.