Nursing home in Harlingen, Texas
Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Medicare and Medicaid
4301 South Expressway 83, Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-4959
CMS star ratings
CMS gives this nursing home an overall star rating of 5 out of 5. Each rating is compared with the mean of rated nursing homes in Texas (1,165 for the overall rating) and in the U.S. (14,565). How to read an inspection report.
Overall rating
- This nursing home5
- Texas average2.7 (1,165 rated)
- U.S. average3.0 (14,565 rated)
Health inspections
- This nursing home4
- Texas average2.8 (1,165 rated)
- U.S. average2.8 (14,565 rated)
Staffing
- This nursing home2
- Texas average1.9 (1,163 rated)
- U.S. average2.9 (14,494 rated)
Quality measures
- This nursing home5
- Texas average3.7 (1,162 rated)
- U.S. average3.6 (14,495 rated)
Health inspections
Most recent standard health inspection (rating cycle 1): Jun 25, 2025. CMS counts 11 health deficiencies in rating cycle 1.
- This nursing home11
- Texas average9.4 (1,171 with data)
- U.S. average9.2 (14,652 with data)
Rating cycle 1 health deficiencies. Averages include every nursing home with a count in the CMS file; fewer is better.
Deficiencies since Sep 30, 2023
Inspectors cited 17 health deficiencies on 9 inspection dates since Sep 30, 2023. By level of harm: 1 immediate jeopardy, 16 potential for harm.
- 1 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
- 0 Actual harm
- 16 No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
- 0 No actual harm, potential for minimal harm
| Date | Tag | Deficiency | Scope and severity | Inspection type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2026 | F0842 | 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 | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 18, 2026 |
| Apr 9, 2026 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 10, 2026 |
| Apr 9, 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 10, 2026 |
| Apr 9, 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 10, 2026 |
| Feb 18, 2026 | F0694 | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 19, 2026 |
| Feb 4, 2026 | F0842 | 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 5, 2026 |
| Dec 10, 2025 | F0761 | 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 11, 2025 |
| Jun 25, 2025 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.Environmental Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 26, 2025 |
| Jun 25, 2025 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard, Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 26, 2025 |
| Jun 25, 2025 | F0656 | 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 26, 2025 |
Show the other 7 deficiencies
| Date | Tag | Deficiency | Scope and severity | Inspection type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 26, 2025 |
| May 22, 2025 | F0740 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 23, 2025 |
| May 22, 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 23, 2025 |
| May 9, 2024 | F0842 | 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard, Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 23, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 23, 2024 |
| Apr 12, 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Complaint | Past Non-Compliance Dec 7, 2023 |
| Apr 12, 2024 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident Rights Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 13, 2024 |
Staffing
Total nurse staffing
Reported hours per resident per day.
- This nursing home3.35 hours
- Texas average3.39 hours (1,148 with data)
- U.S. average3.86 hours (14,351 with data)
Registered nurse staffing
Reported hours per resident per day.
- This nursing home0.60 hours
- Texas average0.43 hours (1,148 with data)
- U.S. average0.69 hours (14,351 with data)
Nursing staff turnover
Share of nursing staff who left during the year, as reported to CMS.
- This nursing home39.7%
- Texas average55.3% (1,051 with data)
- U.S. average45.8% (13,538 with data)
Penalties
CMS lists 1 penalty for this nursing home: 1 fine totaling $8,021, and 0 payment denials. CMS counts penalties from the last 3 years.
Facility details
| Certified beds | 100 |
|---|---|
| Average residents per day | 83.2 |
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Provider type | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
| Resident and family council | Resident |
| Automatic sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Chain | The Ensign Group (344 facilities) |
| Legal business name | FANNIN COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY |
| First approved for Medicare and Medicaid | Jul 1, 1991 |
| County | Cameron |
| CMS certification number | 455925 |
Also in Harlingen
| Nursing home | CMS overall rating | Health inspection rating | Certified beds | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | 124 | Government - Hospital district | ||
| Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Harli | 154 | Non profit - Corporation | ||
| Golden Palms Rehabilitation and Retirement | 60 | For profit - Limited Liability company | ||
| Treasure Hills Healthcare and Rehabilitation Cente | 120 | For profit - Corporation | ||
| Harlingen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | 120 | Government - Hospital district | ||
| Windsor Atrium | 120 | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Hospital | CMS overall rating | Type | Emergency services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlingen Medical Center | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| VHS Harlingen Hospital Company LLC | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| Palms Behavioral Health | Not available | Psychiatric | No |
| Rio Grande State Center | Not available | Psychiatric | No |