nursing home in Sterling City, TX
Sterling Nursing and Rehab
309 Fifth St, Sterling City, TX 76951 · (325) 378-2134
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sterling Nursing and Rehab at a glance
Sterling Nursing and Rehab is a 44-bed government nursing home in Sterling City, Texas (Sterling 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 5.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 11, 2025) found 4 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 53.3% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 44
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- June 18, 2001
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Sterling County
- CMS Certification Number
- 675880
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) | 4 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| 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 |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.35 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.41 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.45 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.34 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 53.3% | 55.3% | 45.8% | 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) | 4 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 45 | 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) | 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 | 44 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 22 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 50% | 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) | 3.4% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.3% | 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% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.4% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.4% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 32.9% | 18% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.8% | 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) | 100% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 11, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 30, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 30, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Complaint | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 15, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 20, 2025 |
| August 8, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 24, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| August 8, 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 August 16, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| June 22, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| June 22, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 22, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| June 22, 2023 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 14, 2023 |
| June 22, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| June 22, 2023 Standard | Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0914 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| June 22, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| June 22, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 14, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August 23, 2024 | Payment Denial | 27 days from November 23, 2024 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| STERLING COUNTY NURSING HOME Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/20/2001 |
| FOWLER, JASON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2020 |
| HUNT, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2020 |
| COUNTS, BELINDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2024 |
| COUNTS, BELINDA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2024 |
| FOWLER, JASON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2020 |
| HUNT, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sterling Nursing and Rehab's rating?
Sterling Nursing and Rehab 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 Sterling Nursing and Rehab receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sterling Nursing and Rehab 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 Sterling Nursing and Rehab?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sterling Nursing and Rehab and how do I contact it?
Sterling Nursing and Rehab is at 309 Fifth St, Sterling City, TX 76951. Phone: (325) 378-2134.
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.