nursing home in Brownsville, TX
Las Alturas Nursing & Transitional Care Brownsvill
180 East Price Road, Brownsville, TX 78521 · (956) 303-2002
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Las Alturas Nursing & Transitional Care Brownsvill at a glance
Las Alturas Nursing & Transitional Care Brownsvill is a 122-bed for-profit nursing home in Brownsville, Texas (Cameron 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 (0.2 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 1, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,434.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 122
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- June 21, 2024
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Cameron County
- CMS Certification Number
- 745049
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.31 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.24 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.12 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.93 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 5 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 40 | 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) | $8,434 | $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 | 122 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 97 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 79.7% | 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) | 4.5% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.8% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11.6% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.1% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.1% | 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) | 21.7% | 18% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.5% | 13.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.9% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 79.5% | 88.9% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 24, 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 July 17, 2026 |
| March 3, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2026 |
| November 19, 2025 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 December 5, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Complaint | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 23, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 23, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 23, 2025 |
| July 1, 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 July 23, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 23, 2025 |
| July 1, 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 July 23, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 23, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Complaint | 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 July 23, 2025 |
| June 12, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected June 12, 2025 |
| June 12, 2025 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2025 |
| November 6, 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 November 29, 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 $8,434 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 12, 2025 | Fine | $8,434 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEALTHCARE INVESTMENTS BROWNSVILLE LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 08/01/2024 |
| HERITAGE BROWNSVILLE HEALTH DEVELOPMENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 06/21/2024 |
| FELLBAUM 2023 DESCENDANTS TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 16% | 06/21/2024 |
| JAN STUDER 2023 SPOUSAL TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 16% | 06/21/2024 |
| KELLY FELLBAUM 2023 SPOUSAL TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 16% | 06/21/2024 |
| STUDER 2023 DESCENDANTS TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 16% | 06/21/2024 |
| THE BRYON AND RENA SEHLKE LIVING TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 16% | 06/01/2024 |
| JEFFERSON BANK Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/30/2024 |
| CAMPBELL, LESLIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| CARDENAS, MARISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| CASTILLO, LYNNEA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| FELLBAUM 2023 DESCENDANTS TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2024 |
| GILCREASE, CYNTHIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| HEALTHCARE INVESTMENTS BROWNSVILLE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2024 |
| JAN STUDER 2023 SPOUSAL TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2024 |
| KELLY FELLBAUM 2023 SPOUSAL TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2024 |
| MENDOZA, ROMAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| RODRIGUEZ, JAIRO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| SEHLKE, BRYON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2024 |
| STUDER 2023 DESCENDANTS TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2024 |
| THE BRYON AND RENA SEHLKE LIVING TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| TOUCHSTONE COMMUNITIES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/13/2025 |
| TRIDENT HEALTH SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2024 |
| ZUROVEC, DARRELL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| CAMPBELL, LESLIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| CARDENAS, MARISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| CASTILLO, LYNNEA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| GILCREASE, CYNTHIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| MENDOZA, ROMAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| SEHLKE, BRYON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2024 |
| TOUCHSTONE COMMUNITIES INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| ZUROVEC, DARRELL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Las Alturas Nursing & Transitional Care Brownsvill's rating?
Las Alturas Nursing & Transitional Care Brownsvill 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 Nursing & Transitional Care Brownsvill receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Las Alturas Nursing & Transitional Care Brownsvill 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 Nursing & Transitional Care Brownsvill?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Las Alturas Nursing & Transitional Care Brownsvill and how do I contact it?
Las Alturas Nursing & Transitional Care Brownsvill is at 180 East Price Road, Brownsville, TX 78521. Phone: (956) 303-2002.
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.