nursing home in Dripping Springs, TX
Avir at Dripping Springs
1505 W Hwy 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 · (512) 858-5624
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Avir at Dripping Springs at a glance
Avir at Dripping Springs is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Dripping Springs, Texas (Hays 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 2.8 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 (December 31, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 68.6% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Avir Health Group
- Medicare-certified since
- July 22, 2003
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Hays County
- CMS Certification Number
- 675980
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) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.80 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.32 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.68 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.56 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 68.6% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 16 | 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) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 49 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 81.7% | 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% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.2% | 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) | 33.7% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 34.1% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.9% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 25.7% | 18% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.7% | 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) | 87% | 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) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.3% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 67.8% | 88.9% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 22, 2026 |
| December 31, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 1, 2026 |
| September 26, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| May 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 May 17, 2024 |
| July 28, 2023 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0020 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 24, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 24, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 24, 2023 |
| July 28, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 24, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 24, 2023 |
| July 28, 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 August 24, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 24, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 24, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1505 W HWY 290 PROPERTY OWNER, LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER INC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER NNN GROUP, LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER OP, LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| 1505 W HWY 290 PROPERTY OWNER, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| CHUDLEIGH, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| ROBINSON, STEVEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER NNN GROUP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER OP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| APOLINAR, ADAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| DAGAN, AMITAI Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, ABRAHAM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2025 |
| 1505 W HWY 290 OPCO, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| CHUDLEIGH, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| TRAVITSKY, AARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
Other nursing homes near Avir at Dripping Springs
Stonebridge Health Rehab
11127 Circle Dr, Austin, TX 78736 · 9.5 mi
For-profit · 116 beds · Part of Caraday Healthcare
★★★★★3AverageVista Ridge Senior Care
1917 Lohmans Crossing Rd, Lakeway, TX 78734 · 12.9 mi
For-profit · 98 beds · Part of Brookdale Senior Living
★★★★★2Below averagePark Manor Bee Cave
14058 Bee Caves Parkway, Bldg B, Bee Cave, TX 78738 · 13.1 mi
Government · 140 beds · Part of The Ensign Group
★★★★★1Much below averageDeer Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation
555 Ranch Rd 3237, Wimberley, TX 78676 · 14 mi
For-profit · 122 beds · Part of Eduro Healthcare
★★★★★1Much below average- ★★★★★4Above average
Querencia at Barton Creek
2500 Barton Creek Blvd, Austin, TX 78735 · 15.7 mi
Non-profit · 42 beds · Part of Lifespace Communities
★★★★★5Much above average
All nursing homes in Dripping Springs, TX · Compare side by side
Frequently asked questions
What is Avir at Dripping Springs's rating?
Avir at Dripping Springs 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 Avir at Dripping Springs receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Avir at Dripping Springs 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 Avir at Dripping Springs?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Avir Health Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Avir at Dripping Springs and how do I contact it?
Avir at Dripping Springs is at 1505 W Hwy 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620. Phone: (512) 858-5624.
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.