nursing home in Weslaco, TX
Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
422 E 18th St, Weslaco, TX 78596 · (956) 973-8451
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- 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
Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Weslaco, Texas (Hidalgo County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.2 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 28, 2026) found 15 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 23.8% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Wellsential Health
- Medicare-certified since
- October 5, 2004
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Hidalgo County
- CMS Certification Number
- 676037
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 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) | 5 / 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) | 3.30 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.17 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.12 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.94 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 23.8% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| 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) | 15 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 5 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 61 | 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 | 120 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 113 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.3% | 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) | 2.5% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.8% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.1% | 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) | 10.7% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.1% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.2% | 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) | 17.7% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.1% | 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) | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.8% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 33 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 28, 2026 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| July 28, 2026 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| July 28, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| July 28, 2026 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 July 29, 2026 |
| July 28, 2026 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 29, 2026 |
| July 28, 2026 Standard | Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0659 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| July 28, 2026 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 29, 2026 |
| July 28, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| July 28, 2026 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 July 29, 2026 |
| July 28, 2026 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 July 29, 2026 |
| July 28, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 25, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 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 April 25, 2026 |
| November 19, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 20, 2025 |
| November 19, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 20, 2025 |
| May 14, 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 May 15, 2025 |
| May 14, 2025 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 15, 2025 |
| May 14, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| May 14, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| May 14, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| May 14, 2025 Standard | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 31, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| March 31, 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 April 4, 2025 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| March 14, 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 March 15, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Complaint | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 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 March 15, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 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 March 15, 2024 |
| March 14, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| March 14, 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 March 15, 2024 |
| March 14, 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 March 15, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| STARR COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/01/2017 |
| 422 EAST 18TH STREET LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| BEJARANO, JOSE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DEKOWSKI, DONOVAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| REGENCY IHS CLINICAL CONSULTING, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| REGENCY IHS OF WESLACO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2025 |
| REGENCY IHS REHAB LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| REGENCY INTEGRATED HEALTH SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2025 |
| SERNA, MARISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| STARR COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2025 |
| STRATTON-GROSCH, LESLIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/22/2024 |
| URESTE, LORENA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MUNOZ, THALIA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1982 |
| REGENCY IHS OF WESLACO LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| CSV RHEA MANAGEMENT HOLDCO, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| DWD TX HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| JACK AND NANCY DWYER WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| REG BRIDGE OPCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| REGENCY INTEGRATED HEALTH SERVICES LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| REGENCY TEXAS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| REG HG OPCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| REG OPERATOR HOLDCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| BAIRD, DANIEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/13/2021 |
| CLAPP, BARBARA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| CORTESE, DAREN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/10/2021 |
| GIBSON, PATRICIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2021 |
| GUERRA, ADRIAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| MANDELBAUM, ELLIOT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MUNOZ, THALIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1982 |
| PENA, ELISA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| SALINAS, ARCADIO Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2024 |
| DEKOWSKI, DONOVAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| REGENCY IHS OF WESLACO LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| REGENCY INTEGRATED HEALTH SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| STARR COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| STRATTON-GROSCH, LESLIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/22/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 3 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 Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Wellsential Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is at 422 E 18th St, Weslaco, TX 78596. Phone: (956) 973-8451.
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.