nursing home in Hemphill, TX
Hemphill Care Center
2000 Worth St, Hemphill, TX 75948 · (409) 787-3342
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Hemphill Care Center at a glance
Hemphill Care Center is a 89-bed for-profit nursing home in Hemphill, Texas (Sabine County).
CMS gives it 2 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 (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 24, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $29,226.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 89
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Gulf Coast LTC Partners
- Medicare-certified since
- December 4, 2002
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Sabine County
- CMS Certification Number
- 675940
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 1 / 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) | 2.96 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.27 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.81 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.99 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 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) | 3 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 54 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $29,226 | $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 | 89 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 30 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 33.9% | 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) | 4.7% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.9% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.4% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.9% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 16.2% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13% | 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) | 18.4% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 7.9% | 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 newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 9 citations involved actual harm, including 7 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 24, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| September 24, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 24, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 24, 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 September 25, 2025 |
| August 14, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| August 14, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| August 14, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| August 14, 2024 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| August 14, 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 August 19, 2024 |
| August 14, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Complaint | Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0837 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 29, 2024 |
| June 11, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| June 11, 2024 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 May 31, 2024 |
| May 15, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| April 2, 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 April 3, 2024 |
| July 13, 2023 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 July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 2, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | 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 July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | 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 July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 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 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | 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 July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 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 | C No harm, widespread | 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $29,226 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 24, 2025 | Fine | $12,425 |
| May 15, 2024 | Fine | $16,801 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BACKOFEN, GREGORY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| CRAMER, CARLETTA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/16/2023 |
| FKY PROPERTIES-HEMPHILL, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| MURRELL, EDWARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| BERGERON, BOBBY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| HEMPHILL LTC PARTNERS, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| NICHOLSON, LOUIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hemphill Care Center's rating?
Hemphill Care Center has 2 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 Hemphill Care Center 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 Hemphill 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 Hemphill Care Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Gulf Coast LTC Partners. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hemphill Care Center and how do I contact it?
Hemphill Care Center is at 2000 Worth St, Hemphill, TX 75948. Phone: (409) 787-3342.
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.