nursing home in Alamo, TX
The Heights of Alamo
1214 S. Alamo Road, Alamo, TX 78516 · (956) 715-8600
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
The Heights of Alamo at a glance
The Heights of Alamo is a 130-bed for-profit nursing home in Alamo, Texas (Hidalgo 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 3.2 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 (June 5, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,414.
Nursing staff turnover is 38.9% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 130
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Touchstone Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- April 5, 2018
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Hidalgo County
- CMS Certification Number
- 676441
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) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.18 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.30 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.02 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.69 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.9% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 9 | 9 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,414 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 130 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 113 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.6% | 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) | 1.5% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.5% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.8% | 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) | 18.7% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.7% | 14% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.2% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.7% | 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) | 8.7% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12% | 13.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.2% | 98% | 95.5% | Worse |
| 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) | 1.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 62.3% | 88% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 13, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 14, 2025 |
| November 13, 2025 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 November 14, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 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 June 9, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 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 June 9, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 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 June 9, 2025 |
| June 5, 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 June 9, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2025 |
| May 5, 2025 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 6, 2025 |
| May 5, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 6, 2025 |
| May 5, 2025 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 May 6, 2025 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2024 |
| April 11, 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 April 15, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,414 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2025 | Fine | $8,414 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAPITAL FUNDING GROUP, INC. Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2020 |
| AEGIS THERAPIES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| CAMPBELL, LESLIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| CANTU GARCIA, ISMAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| CARVAJAL PHARMACY LTC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| CASTILLO, LYNNEA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| FELLBAUM, ERNEST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| GILCREASE, CYNTHIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| NUTRITIOUS LIFESTYLES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| PLANTE & MORAN PLLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| SALINAS RODRIGUEZ, MONICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| SEHLKE, BRYON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| STUDER, STANLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| STUTZNER, FEDERICO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/20/2021 |
| THE BRYON AND RENA SEHLKE LIVING TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| TOUCHSTONE COMMUNITIES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| TOUCHSTONE REALTY - ALAMO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES - ALAMO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| TRIDENT HEALTH SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| ZUROVEC, DARRELL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| APOLINAR, ADAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2015 |
| CARVAJAL, CHARLES Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2025 |
| CARVAJAL, MARK Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2025 |
| CARVAJAL, RAYMOND Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2025 |
| MCGARITY, JESSICA Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2025 |
| MCKEE, JANET Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2025 |
| PETERSON, DANIEL Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2025 |
| CAMPBELL, LESLIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| CASTILLO, LYNNEA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| GILCREASE, CYNTHIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| SALINAS RODRIGUEZ, MONICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| SEHLKE, BRYON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| STUTZNER, FEDERICO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/20/2021 |
| TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES - ALAMO LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| ZUROVEC, DARRELL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Heights of Alamo's rating?
The Heights of Alamo 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 The Heights of Alamo receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Heights of Alamo 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 Alamo?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Touchstone Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Heights of Alamo and how do I contact it?
The Heights of Alamo is at 1214 S. Alamo Road, Alamo, TX 78516. Phone: (956) 715-8600.
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.