nursing home in Amarillo, TX
Legacy Rehabilitation and Living
4033 W 51st Ave, Amarillo, TX 79109 · (806) 355-4488
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Legacy Rehabilitation and Living at a glance
Legacy Rehabilitation and Living is a 150-bed for-profit nursing home in Amarillo, Texas (Randall 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 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 31, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $13,070.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 150
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- March 29, 2004
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Randall County
- CMS Certification Number
- 676010
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) | 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) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.24 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.49 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) | 2.80 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 9 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 7 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 103.3 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $13,070 | $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 | 150 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 120 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 79.9% | 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) | 5% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.7% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.8% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 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) | 16.9% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.8% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.8% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.7% | 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) | 10% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.6% | 13.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 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) | 1.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.8% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.8% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 25 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 18, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2026 |
| July 18, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 15, 2026 |
| May 5, 2026 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 18, 2026 |
| May 5, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2026 |
| May 5, 2026 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 18, 2026 |
| January 21, 2026 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| September 9, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 10, 2025 |
| July 31, 2025 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 31, 2025 |
| July 31, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 13, 2025 |
| July 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 13, 2025 |
| July 31, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 13, 2025 |
| February 4, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| June 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 17, 2024 |
| June 7, 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 July 17, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 17, 2024 |
| June 7, 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 17, 2024 |
| June 7, 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 17, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2024 |
| May 17, 2024 Complaint | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| September 6, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 20, 2023 |
| April 14, 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 May 26, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| April 14, 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 26, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 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 May 26, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 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 May 26, 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 $13,070 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | Fine | $13,070 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| STRATFORD HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 02/02/2015 |
| 51ST AVENUE HEALTH HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2015 |
| BROWN, RODGER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2015 |
| CARETRUST GP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2015 |
| CARETRUST REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2015 |
| CTR PARTNERSHIP LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2015 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/24/2012 |
| RANKIN, RON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/28/2020 |
| TRADEWIND HEALTHCARE, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2025 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2015 |
| CHUMLEY, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2007 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| BROWN, RODGER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2015 |
| RANKIN, RON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/28/2020 |
| BROWN, RODGER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2015 |
| RANKIN, RON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/28/2020 |
| TRADEWIND HEALTHCARE, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Legacy Rehabilitation and Living's rating?
Legacy Rehabilitation and Living 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 Legacy Rehabilitation and Living receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Legacy Rehabilitation and Living 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 Legacy Rehabilitation and Living?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Legacy Rehabilitation and Living and how do I contact it?
Legacy Rehabilitation and Living is at 4033 W 51st Ave, Amarillo, TX 79109. Phone: (806) 355-4488.
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.