nursing home in Lakeway, TX
Vista Ridge Senior Care
1917 Lohmans Crossing Rd, Lakeway, TX 78734 · (512) 261-3211
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Vista Ridge Senior Care at a glance
Vista Ridge Senior Care is a 98-bed for-profit nursing home in Lakeway, Texas (Travis 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 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 21, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $91,420.
Nursing staff turnover is 55.3% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 98
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Brookdale Senior Living
- Medicare-certified since
- March 20, 2007
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Travis County
- CMS Certification Number
- 676131
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) | 2 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 3.37 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.73 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.62 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.82 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.3% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 6 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 105.8 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $91,420 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Worse |
| 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 | 98 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 44 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 44.7% | 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) | 5% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.9% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.1% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 27.6% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21.2% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.4% | 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) | 20.2% | 18% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.6% | 13.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.1% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 73.4% | 88% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.2% | 88.9% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. Electrical Deficiencies · Tag K0901 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 9, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 21, 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 August 29, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0575 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| January 14, 2025 Complaint | 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected February 11, 2025 |
| October 7, 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 October 12, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2024 |
| September 1, 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 September 5, 2024 |
| July 31, 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 August 8, 2024 |
| July 31, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 8, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 8, 2024 |
| July 31, 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 August 8, 2024 |
| July 31, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected August 8, 2024 |
| June 9, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 9, 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 1, 2023 |
| June 9, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 9, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 9, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 9, 2023 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 9, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2023 |
| June 9, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 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 $91,420 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2025 | Fine | $74,848 |
| September 1, 2024 | Fine | $16,572 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROOKDALE SENIOR LIVING INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 12/23/2008 |
| AMERICAN RETIREMENT CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/23/2008 |
| ARC LAKEWAY SNF, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/23/2008 |
| BROOKDALE SENIOR LIVING INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/23/2008 |
| FRY, LIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/25/2025 |
| LBMC PC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| LEBLANC, JACOB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/25/2025 |
| WALTERS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| KAESTNER, HENRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| KAESTNER, HENRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| LESKOWICZ, JOANNE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2016 |
| STENGLE, NIKOLAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2025 |
| WHITE, CHADWICK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/09/2018 |
| ASHER, JORDAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/24/2020 |
| DRAYTON, CLAUDIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/18/2024 |
| FIORAVANTI, MARK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/13/2025 |
| FREED, VICTORIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/29/2019 |
| HAUSMAN, JOSHUA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2025 |
| MACE, ELIZABETH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/18/2024 |
| WARREN, DENISE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/04/2018 |
| WHITE, CHADWICK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/09/2018 |
| WIELANSKY, LEE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/23/2015 |
| IBARRA, CYNTHIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/22/2025 |
| KUSSOW, DAWN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/23/2024 |
| LA MARRE, KEVIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2024 |
| LEBLANC, JACOB Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/22/2025 |
| MUNOZ, ANNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2024 |
| PANDO, EDWARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/22/2025 |
| STENGLE, NIKOLAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2025 |
| WHITE, CHADWICK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/09/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Vista Ridge Senior Care's rating?
Vista Ridge Senior Care 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 Vista Ridge Senior Care receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Vista Ridge Senior Care 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 Vista Ridge Senior Care?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Brookdale Senior Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Vista Ridge Senior Care and how do I contact it?
Vista Ridge Senior Care is at 1917 Lohmans Crossing Rd, Lakeway, TX 78734. Phone: (512) 261-3211.
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.