nursing home in Tyler, TX
The Heights of Tyler
2650 Elkton Trail, Tyler, TX 75703 · (903) 266-7200
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
The Heights of Tyler at a glance
The Heights of Tyler is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Tyler, Texas (Smith 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 3.1 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 (February 25, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 56.1% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Touchstone Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- December 7, 2010
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Smith County
- CMS Certification Number
- 676262
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.13 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.26 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.06 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.75 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 56.1% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.5% | 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) | 7 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 47 | 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 | 112 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.3% | 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) | 4.8% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.6% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5% | 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) | 6.9% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.4% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.9% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.4% | 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) | 19.6% | 18% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 9.3% | 13.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 81.3% | 98% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 87.1% | 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) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 11.3% | 88% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 75.5% | 88.9% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 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 March 26, 2026 |
| February 25, 2026 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 3, 2026 |
| February 25, 2026 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 3, 2026 |
| February 25, 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 March 3, 2026 |
| February 25, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 3, 2026 |
| February 25, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 3, 2026 |
| February 25, 2026 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 3, 2026 |
| October 30, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 1, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 30, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 30, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Complaint | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 30, 2024 |
| October 4, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| October 4, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 18, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2023 |
| August 28, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2024 |
| September 20, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 1, 2023 |
| September 20, 2023 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 1, 2023 |
| September 20, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 1, 2023 |
| September 20, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 4, 2023 |
| September 20, 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 October 1, 2023 |
| September 20, 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 October 1, 2023 |
| September 20, 2023 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| September 20, 2023 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| September 1, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected August 17, 2023 |
| September 1, 2023 Complaint | 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 September 15, 2023 |
| September 1, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 15, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT NO 1 Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/01/2017 |
| CAPITAL FUNDING GROUP, INC. Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2014 |
| AEGIS THERAPIES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| BOENING, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/13/2020 |
| CAMPBELL, LESLIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2020 |
| CARVAJAL PHARMACY LTC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| CASTILLO, LYNNEA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| FELLBAUM, ERNEST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| MCGUIRE, RICHARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/08/2024 |
| NUTRITIOUS LIFESTYLES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| PLANTE & MORAN PLLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| SEHLKE, BRYON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| STUDER, STANLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| SWEAT, STACY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/02/2025 |
| TOUCHSTONE COMMUNITIES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| TOUCHSTONE REALTY - SC LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES-TYLER LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2025 |
| TRIDENT HEALTH SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| ZUROVEC, DARRELL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2017 |
| STRATTON, CHARLES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2005 |
| BOENING, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/13/2020 |
| CAMPBELL, LESLIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2020 |
| CASTILLO, LYNNEA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| MCGUIRE, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/08/2024 |
| SEHLKE, BRYON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| SWEAT, STACY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/02/2025 |
| TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES-TYLER LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| ZUROVEC, DARRELL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Heights of Tyler's rating?
The Heights of Tyler 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 The Heights of Tyler receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Heights of Tyler 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 The Heights of Tyler?
It is for profit - partnership and part of Touchstone Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Heights of Tyler and how do I contact it?
The Heights of Tyler is at 2650 Elkton Trail, Tyler, TX 75703. Phone: (903) 266-7200.
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.