nursing home in Penitas, TX
Las Alturas de Penitas
414 Liberty Boulevard, Penitas, TX 78576 · (210) 828-5686
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- 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
Las Alturas de Penitas at a glance
Las Alturas de Penitas is a 130-bed for-profit nursing home in Penitas, Texas (Hidalgo 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 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 28, 2026) found 5 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 4 times in the past three years, totaling $166,236.
Nursing staff turnover is 35.1% 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
- July 8, 2021
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Hidalgo County
- CMS Certification Number
- 745000
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 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) | 3.31 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.37 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.17 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.94 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.1% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.6% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 5 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 152.3 | 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) | 4 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $166,236 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 130 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 89 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 68.2% | 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) | 5.4% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.9% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.8% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 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) | 17% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.4% | 14% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.4% | 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) | 14.7% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 7.2% | 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) | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm, including 5 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| May 28, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| May 28, 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 June 11, 2026 |
| May 28, 2026 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 11, 2026 |
| May 28, 2026 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 11, 2026 |
| May 28, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| March 30, 2026 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 April 23, 2026 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2025 |
| March 12, 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 March 13, 2025 |
| February 1, 2025 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 February 2, 2025 |
| February 1, 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 February 2, 2025 |
| February 1, 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 February 2, 2025 |
| February 1, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 26, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected January 29, 2024 |
| January 26, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected January 29, 2024 |
| December 18, 2023 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected December 20, 2023 |
| December 18, 2023 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2023 |
| December 18, 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 December 20, 2023 |
| October 3, 2023 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 13, 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 4 federal penalties in the past three years, including $166,236 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 1, 2025 | Fine | $11,164 |
| January 26, 2024 | Fine | $51,887 |
| December 18, 2023 | Fine | $87,292 |
| October 3, 2023 | Fine | $15,893 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| VAL VERDE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/01/2024 |
| FROST BANK Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2024 |
| AEGIS THERAPIES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| CAMPBELL, LESLIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2020 |
| CARVAJAL PHARMACY LTC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| CASTILLO, LYNNEA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| FELLBAUM, ERNEST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2019 |
| GILCREASE, CYNTHIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2016 |
| HINOJOSA, ROSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2024 |
| NUTRITIOUS LIFESTYLES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| OLIVAREZ, YVONNE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2024 |
| PLANTE & MORAN PLLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| SEHLKE, BRYON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| STUDER, STANLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2019 |
| 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 | 03/01/2024 |
| TOUCHSTONE REALTY - PENITAS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES - PENITAS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/08/2025 |
| TRIDENT HEALTH SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| ZUROVEC, DARRELL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| JURADO, JORGE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2024 |
| CAMPBELL, LESLIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2020 |
| CASTILLO, LYNNEA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| GILCREASE, CYNTHIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| HINOJOSA, ROSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2024 |
| OLIVAREZ, YVONNE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2024 |
| SEHLKE, BRYON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES - PENITAS, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| ZUROVEC, DARRELL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
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- Abuse citation
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Frequently asked questions
What is Las Alturas de Penitas's rating?
Las Alturas de Penitas 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 Las Alturas de Penitas receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Las Alturas de Penitas 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 Las Alturas de Penitas?
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 Las Alturas de Penitas and how do I contact it?
Las Alturas de Penitas is at 414 Liberty Boulevard, Penitas, TX 78576. Phone: (210) 828-5686.
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.