nursing home in Houston, TX
West Janisch Health Care Center
617 W Janisch St, Houston, TX 77018 · (713) 696-9093
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- 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
West Janisch Health Care Center at a glance
West Janisch Health Care Center is a 116-bed non-profit nursing home in Houston, Texas (Harris 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 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 7, 2025) found 14 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 69% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 116
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Health Services Management
- Medicare-certified since
- October 31, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Harris County
- CMS Certification Number
- 675543
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) | 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) | 2 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 3.82 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.67 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.35 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.42 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 69% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 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) | 14 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 230.5 | 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) | 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) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 116 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 67 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 57.8% | 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) | 1.8% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.5% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11% | 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) | 25.5% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 25.4% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.4% | 3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| 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) | 9.6% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.8% | 13.4% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 80.7% | 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) | 1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 67.8% | 88% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 72.1% | 88.9% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 7, 2025 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected November 8, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 8, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Complaint | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Standard | 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 October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 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 October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 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 October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Standard | Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0776 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| October 7, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 7, 2024 |
| September 12, 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 October 7, 2024 |
| September 12, 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 October 7, 2024 |
| November 2, 2023 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 4, 2023 |
| August 10, 2023 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 14, 2023 |
| August 10, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 1, 2023 |
| August 10, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2023 |
| August 10, 2023 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $0 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 7, 2025 | Payment Denial | 1 days from November 7, 2025 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT, INC. Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| JANISCH-HOUSTON REALTY, LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| BAVARE, ARUSHA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| FISHER, SCOTT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| HSMTX/JANISCH-HOUSTON, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/09/2025 |
| JANISCH-HOUSTON REALTY, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| MUSTAFA, BEVERLY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| MURRELL, EDWARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| BAXTER, KEVIN Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/09/2025 |
| JACKSON, BRIAN Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/22/2025 |
| BAVARE, ARUSHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| HSMTX/JANISCH-HOUSTON, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| MUSTAFA, BEVERLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| WHITE, JOSHUA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is West Janisch Health Care Center's rating?
West Janisch Health Care 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 West Janisch Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does West Janisch Health Care 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 West Janisch Health Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Health Services Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is West Janisch Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
West Janisch Health Care Center is at 617 W Janisch St, Houston, TX 77018. Phone: (713) 696-9093.
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.