nursing home in Friona, TX
Prairie Acres
201 E 15th, Friona, TX 79035 · (806) 250-3922
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Prairie Acres at a glance
Prairie Acres is a 83-bed government nursing home in Friona, Texas (Parmer County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 31, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $10,033.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.5% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District
- Beds
- 83
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 10, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Parmer County
- CMS Certification Number
- 675443
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.32 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.50 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.31 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.67 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.5% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 20% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 3 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 27 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $10,033 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Better |
| 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 | 83 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 47 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 56.3% | 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) | 10.1% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.7% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.8% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.1% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.1% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.4% | 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) | 21.2% | 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) | 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 given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.2% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 31, 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 August 5, 2025 |
| July 31, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 12, 2025 |
| July 31, 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 August 18, 2025 |
| May 30, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 12, 2024 |
| May 30, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2024 |
| May 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 July 13, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 13, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2024 |
| May 30, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2024 |
| May 30, 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 July 13, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2024 |
| March 23, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2023 |
| March 23, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2023 |
| March 23, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 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 $10,033 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2024 | Payment Denial | 15 days from June 28, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 | Fine | $10,033 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PARMER COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/31/2016 |
| PARMER COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2016 |
| PROCTER, JEFFREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| ANTHONY, DENNIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/28/1991 |
| WHITTEN, BRETT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/1999 |
| ANTHONY, DENNIS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2016 |
| BARNETT, RICKY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/13/2018 |
| HURST, CLINT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/11/2023 |
| QUILLIN, GAYLA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/23/2012 |
| SCHUELER, DALE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/11/2023 |
| WHITTEN, BRETT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/1999 |
| PARMER COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2016 |
| PROCTER, JEFFREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| QUILLIN, GAYLA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/23/2012 |
| SCHUELER, DALE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/11/2023 |
| WHITTEN, BRETT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/1999 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Prairie Acres's rating?
Prairie Acres has 4 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 Prairie Acres receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Prairie Acres 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 Prairie Acres?
It is government - hospital district. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Prairie Acres and how do I contact it?
Prairie Acres is at 201 E 15th, Friona, TX 79035. Phone: (806) 250-3922.
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.