nursing home in Columbus, TX
Trucare Living Centers-Columbus
1511 Montezuma Street, Columbus, TX 78934 · (979) 733-0500
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Trucare Living Centers-Columbus at a glance
Trucare Living Centers-Columbus is a 104-bed for-profit nursing home in Columbus, Texas (Colorado County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 24, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.4% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Individual
- Beds
- 104
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 30, 2009
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Colorado County
- CMS Certification Number
- 676229
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 3.41 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.31 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.36 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.89 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.4% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Average |
| 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) | 8 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 33 | 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 | 104 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 70 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 67.4% | 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) | 0.4% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.7% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.8% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 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) | 10.3% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.3% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1% | 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) | 10.6% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 9.6% | 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) | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 31, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 17, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 24, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| April 24, 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 April 27, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 Standard | 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 April 28, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2026 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| February 6, 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 March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 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 March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 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 6, 2025 |
| January 19, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 6, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 6, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 6, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Complaint | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 6, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Complaint | 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 February 6, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FANNIN COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/01/2026 |
| ANDERSON, SANDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/13/2026 |
| KLAUS, BART Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| MONTEZUMA STREET HEALTH HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| ROLLING PRAIRIE HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/16/2026 |
| STANDARD BEARER HEALTHCARE OP, LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| SANDERSON, CLARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| ANDERSON, SANDY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| KLAUS, BART Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| ANDERSON, SANDY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| KLAUS, BART Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
| ROLLING PRAIRIE HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Trucare Living Centers-Columbus's rating?
Trucare Living Centers-Columbus has 5 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 Trucare Living Centers-Columbus receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Trucare Living Centers-Columbus 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 Trucare Living Centers-Columbus?
It is for profit - individual. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Trucare Living Centers-Columbus and how do I contact it?
Trucare Living Centers-Columbus is at 1511 Montezuma Street, Columbus, TX 78934. Phone: (979) 733-0500.
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.