nursing home in Cotulla, TX
Avir at Cotulla
369 Mars Dr, Cotulla, TX 78014 · (830) 879-4483
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Avir at Cotulla at a glance
Avir at Cotulla is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Cotulla, Texas (La Salle County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.3 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 (January 8, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 35.9% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Avir Health Group
- Medicare-certified since
- June 28, 2011
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- La Salle County
- CMS Certification Number
- 676288
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 3 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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 |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.28 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.29 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.96 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.03 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.9% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 83.3% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 6 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 35 | 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 | 60 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 52 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 85.8% | 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) | 5.3% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.3% | 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) | 20.9% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.1% | 14% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 15.8% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.7% | 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) | 14.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 8, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 12, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 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 January 13, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 12, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 28, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 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 January 15, 2026 |
| January 8, 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 January 15, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 15, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 20, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Standard | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 20, 2026 |
| January 8, 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 January 20, 2026 |
| May 9, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| October 24, 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 October 30, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 30, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 11, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected November 8, 2024 |
| September 8, 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 September 8, 2023 |
| September 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| September 8, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2023 |
| September 8, 2023 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2023 |
| September 8, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2023 |
| September 8, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2023 |
| September 8, 2023 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2023 |
| September 8, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2023 |
| September 8, 2023 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTY OF LA SALLE Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/01/2022 |
| COUNTY OF LA SALLE Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2022 |
| 369 MARS DR OPCO, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2026 |
| 369 MARS DR PORPERTY OWNER, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| CANALES, KRISTIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2024 |
| COUNTY OF LA SALLE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2022 |
| PREDDY, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2022 |
| WELLTOWER INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER NNN GROUP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| WELLTOWER OP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| MARTINEZ, LEODORO Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| DAGAN, AMITAI Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2026 |
| GOLDBERGER, ABRAHAM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2026 |
| GOLDBERGER, FAIGY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2026 |
| MARTINEZ, LEODORO Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| 369 MARS DR OPCO, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| CANALES, KRISTIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2024 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| TRAVITSKY, AARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Avir at Cotulla's rating?
Avir at Cotulla has 4 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 Avir at Cotulla 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 Avir at Cotulla 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 Avir at Cotulla?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Avir Health Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Avir at Cotulla and how do I contact it?
Avir at Cotulla is at 369 Mars Dr, Cotulla, TX 78014. Phone: (830) 879-4483.
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.