nursing home in Temple, TX
William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home
1424 Martin Luther King Jr Lane, Temple, TX 76504 · (254) 791-8280
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home at a glance
William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home is a 160-bed government nursing home in Temple, Texas (Bell County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Texas average of 2.7.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 21, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $53,860.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 160
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Texvet
- Medicare-certified since
- December 21, 2000
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Bell County
- CMS Certification Number
- 675857
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) | 2 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 132 | 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) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $53,860 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 160 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 152 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.8% | 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) | 6% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.6% | 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) | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 28.9% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.5% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.4% | 3% | 5.2% | Average |
| 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) | 18.7% | 18% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.7% | 13.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.1% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.1% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 44% | 88% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 84.4% | 88.9% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm, including 5 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 15, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 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 June 25, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 3, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 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 June 25, 2026 |
| May 1, 2026 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 June 28, 2026 |
| February 23, 2026 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 March 17, 2026 |
| February 4, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 3, 2026 |
| July 23, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 24, 2025 |
| July 23, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 24, 2025 |
| July 23, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 24, 2025 |
| June 25, 2025 Complaint | 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 June 26, 2025 |
| March 22, 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 March 23, 2025 |
| March 22, 2025 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 23, 2025 |
| March 22, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 23, 2025 |
| March 7, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| March 7, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| March 7, 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 March 10, 2025 |
| December 16, 2024 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 December 17, 2024 |
| December 16, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 25, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2024 |
| January 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | 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 February 7, 2024 |
| January 12, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 7, 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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $53,860 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 25, 2025 | Fine | $15,755 |
| March 7, 2025 | Fine | $10,922 |
| January 12, 2024 | Fine | $27,183 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BERKELY, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2018 |
| HAVENS, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2018 |
| CARE INNS OF TEXAS-TEMPLE LTD Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/08/2010 |
| JOHANNS, KATHY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home's rating?
William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home 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 William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does William R Courtney Texas State Veterans 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 William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home?
It is government - state and part of Texvet. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home and how do I contact it?
William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home is at 1424 Martin Luther King Jr Lane, Temple, TX 76504. Phone: (254) 791-8280.
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.