nursing home in San Antonio, TX

The Heights at Medical Center

3935 Medical Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229 · (210) 614-4888

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • 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

The Heights at Medical Center at a glance

The Heights at Medical Center is a 134-bed for-profit nursing home in San Antonio, Texas (Bexar 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 hours of nursing care per day (0.2 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (August 15, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $22,052.

Nursing staff turnover is 56.3% per year (state average 55.3%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
134
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Touchstone Communities
Medicare-certified since
October 4, 2001
Resident/family council
None
County
Bexar County
CMS Certification Number
675890

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityTexas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 51.9 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.7 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)2 / 53.2 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.00 hrsTexas average3.39 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Texas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTexas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.00 hrs3.39 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.21 hrs0.43 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.96 hrs2.01 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.71 hrs2.98 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)56.3%55.3%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)66.7%54.6%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility7Texas average9U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Texas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTexas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)799Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)043Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)9910280.6Worse

Penalties

This facility2Texas average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Texas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTexas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$22,052$44,141$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)321Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityTexas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds134113107
Average residents per day867686
Occupancy64.5%67.6%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.3%Texas average3.3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Texas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTexas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)3.3%3.3%3.2%Average
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.8%3.8%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.1%9.6%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.4%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)6.6%15.8%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)6.5%14%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)1.4%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)17.4%18%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)5.5%13.4%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)91.5%98%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.5%96.6%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Texas average1.5%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Texas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTexas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0%1.5%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)83.3%88%79.8%Average
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)95.5%88.9%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 44 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
August 15, 2025
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 18, 2025
August 15, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 10, 2025
August 15, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 29, 2025
August 15, 2025
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 August 16, 2025
August 15, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 10, 2025
August 15, 2025
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 16, 2025
August 15, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 16, 2025
August 15, 2025
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 August 16, 2025
August 15, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 16, 2025
August 15, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 16, 2025
August 15, 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 16, 2025
August 15, 2025
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 August 16, 2025
August 15, 2025
Standard
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected August 16, 2025
August 4, 2025
Complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 5, 2025
August 4, 2025
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 5, 2025
July 18, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 30, 2024
July 18, 2024
Fire safety
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 30, 2024
July 18, 2024
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 30, 2024
July 18, 2024
Fire safety
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 30, 2024
July 18, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 30, 2024
July 18, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 30, 2024
July 18, 2024
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 30, 2024
July 18, 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 August 30, 2024
July 18, 2024
Fire safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2024
July 18, 2024
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2024
July 18, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2024
July 18, 2024
Standard
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 19, 2024
July 18, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 19, 2024
July 18, 2024
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 19, 2024
July 18, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 19, 2024
July 18, 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 19, 2024
July 18, 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 19, 2024
July 18, 2024
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 July 19, 2024
July 18, 2024
Standard
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 19, 2024
July 18, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 19, 2024
July 18, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 19, 2024
July 18, 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 19, 2024
July 18, 2024
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 July 19, 2024
July 18, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 19, 2024
June 23, 2024
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 24, 2024
June 23, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 24, 2024
June 23, 2024
Complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 24, 2024
May 28, 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
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2024
May 28, 2024
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2024
May 28, 2024
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 May 29, 2024
May 28, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0563
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2024
April 19, 2024
Complaint
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2024
April 19, 2024
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 April 20, 2024
March 27, 2024
Complaint
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0573
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 28, 2024
March 27, 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 March 28, 2024
October 12, 2023
Complaint
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 October 13, 2023
October 12, 2023
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 October 13, 2023
May 5, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0929
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 6, 2023
May 5, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 6, 2023
May 5, 2023
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 6, 2023
May 5, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 6, 2023
May 5, 2023
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 6, 2023
May 5, 2023
Standard
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 6, 2023
May 5, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 6, 2023
May 5, 2023
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 May 6, 2023
May 5, 2023
Standard
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 May 6, 2023
May 5, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 6, 2023
May 5, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 6, 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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $22,052 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
May 28, 2024Payment Denial57 days from July 4, 2024
May 28, 2024Fine$13,881
May 28, 2024Fine$8,171

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
OOMMEN, BIJU
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2025
ROBINSON, LARRY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2025
TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES - MED CENTER LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/24/2024
APOLINAR, ADAM
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2024
OOMMEN, BIJU
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2025
ROBINSON, LARRY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/17/2024
TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES - MED CENTER LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/24/2024

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Heights at Medical Center's rating?

The Heights at Medical 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 The Heights at Medical Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does The Heights at Medical 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 The Heights at Medical Center?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Touchstone Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is The Heights at Medical Center and how do I contact it?

The Heights at Medical Center is at 3935 Medical Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229. Phone: (210) 614-4888.

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.