nursing home in Lubbock, TX
Mesquite Post Acute Care
4510 27th St, Lubbock, TX 79410 · (806) 795-4368
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- 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
Mesquite Post Acute Care at a glance
Mesquite Post Acute Care is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Lubbock, Texas (Lubbock County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 2.9 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 (May 21, 2026) found 12 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $132,185.
Nursing staff turnover is 79.7% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- January 27, 2008
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lubbock County
- CMS Certification Number
- 676163
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 3 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.94 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.25 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.48 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.63 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 79.7% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 75% | 54.6% | 42.9% | 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) | 12 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 204 | 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) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $132,185 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 62 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 51.8% | 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) | 3.8% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.1% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.9% | 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) | 14.4% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 19.6% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.3% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.1% | 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) | 32.1% | 18% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 11.6% | 13.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.6% | 98% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 55.9% | 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) | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 63.6% | 88% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 29% | 88.9% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 42 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm, including 5 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 30, 2026 Complaint | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 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 May 22, 2026 |
| May 21, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2026 |
| May 21, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 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 May 22, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2026 |
| November 19, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 20, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 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 March 28, 2025 |
| March 27, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Complaint | 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 28, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| August 16, 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 July 15, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2024 |
| February 15, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 11, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 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 March 11, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 11, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 11, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 11, 2024 |
| February 15, 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 11, 2024 |
| February 15, 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 March 11, 2024 |
| February 15, 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 11, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 11, 2024 |
| February 7, 2024 Complaint | 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 March 2, 2024 |
| February 7, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 2, 2024 |
| February 7, 2024 Complaint | 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 March 2, 2024 |
| February 7, 2024 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 2, 2024 |
| February 7, 2024 Complaint | 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 2, 2024 |
| December 22, 2023 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2024 |
| December 22, 2023 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 January 19, 2024 |
| September 27, 2023 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Complaint | 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 October 18, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Complaint | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 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 October 18, 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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $132,185 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 16, 2024 | Fine | $8,176 |
| February 7, 2024 | Fine | $4,112 |
| September 27, 2023 | Fine | $119,897 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| HOLLY PLAINS HEALTH HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| SKINNER, DEREK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2025 |
| STANDARD BEARER HEALTHCARE OP, LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| TRANTHAM, NANCY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2025 |
| ASHTON, ANDREW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2024 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2024 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2024 |
| PORT, BARRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2019 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2024 |
| SKINNER, DEREK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| TRANTHAM, NANCY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| TRANTHAM, NANCY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
Other nursing homes near Mesquite Post Acute Care
Mi Casita Nursing and Rehabilitation
2400 Quaker Ave, Lubbock, TX 79410 · under 1 mi
For-profit · 95 beds · Part of Gulf Coast LTC Partners
★★★★★3AverageLakeside Rehabilitation and Care Center
4306 24th St, Lubbock, TX 79410 · under 1 mi
For-profit · 93 beds · Part of Skyblue Healthcare
★★★★★1Much below averageLubbock Health Care Center
4120 22nd Place, Lubbock, TX 79410 · under 1 mi
For-profit · 120 beds · Part of Creative Solutions in Healthcare
★★★★★3AverageSouthern Specialty Rehab & Nursing
4320 West 19th Street, Lubbock, TX 79407 · under 1 mi
For-profit · 144 beds · Part of Creative Solutions in Healthcare
★★★★★1Much below averageAvir at Lubbock
4710 Slide Rd, Lubbock, TX 79414 · 1.4 mi
For-profit · 117 beds · Part of Avir Health Group
- Special Focus candidate
- Abuse citation
★★★★★1Much below averageThe Mildred & Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat
3710 4th St, Lubbock, TX 79415 · 1.7 mi
Government · 120 beds · Part of The Ensign Group
★★★★★2Below average
Frequently asked questions
What is Mesquite Post Acute Care's rating?
Mesquite Post Acute Care has 1 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 Mesquite Post Acute Care receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Mesquite Post Acute 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 Mesquite Post Acute Care?
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 Mesquite Post Acute Care and how do I contact it?
Mesquite Post Acute Care is at 4510 27th St, Lubbock, TX 79410. Phone: (806) 795-4368.
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.