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Nursing home in San Antonio, Texas

Highland Nursing Center

Medicaid

5819 PECAN VALLEY DR, San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 532-1911

CMS star ratings

CMS gives this nursing home an overall star rating of 1 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 home1
  • Texas average2.7 (1,165 rated)
  • U.S. average3.0 (14,565 rated)

Health inspections

  • This nursing home2
  • Texas average2.8 (1,165 rated)
  • U.S. average2.8 (14,565 rated)

Staffing

[25]
  • This nursing home1
  • Texas average1.9 (1,163 rated)
  • U.S. average2.9 (14,494 rated)

Quality measures

  • This nursing home4
  • Texas average3.7 (1,162 rated)
  • U.S. average3.6 (14,495 rated)

Health inspections

Most recent standard health inspection (rating cycle 1): Mar 27, 2026. CMS counts 14 health deficiencies in rating cycle 1.

  • This nursing home14
  • 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 39 health deficiencies on 5 inspection dates since Sep 30, 2023. By level of harm: 1 immediate jeopardy, 37 potential for harm, 1 minimal harm potential.

  • 1 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
  • 0 Actual harm
  • 37 No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
  • 1 No actual harm, potential for minimal harm
The 10 most recent of 39 health deficiencies since Sep 30, 2023
DateTagDeficiencyScope and severityInspection typeStatus
Mar 27, 2026F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control DeficienciesF Potential for harm, widespreadStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Infection Control DeficienciesF Potential for harm, widespreadStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.Resident Rights DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.Environmental DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident Rights DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0553Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.Resident Rights DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Show the other 29 deficiencies
Older health deficiencies since Sep 30, 2023
DateTagDeficiencyScope and severityInspection typeStatus
Mar 27, 2026F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Mar 27, 2026F0814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesC Minimal harm potential, widespreadStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 30, 2026
Jan 10, 2025F0584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.Resident Rights DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandard, ComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 17, 2025
Jan 10, 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 17, 2025
Jan 10, 2025F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Pharmacy Service DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandard, ComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 17, 2025
Jan 10, 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandard, ComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 17, 2025
Jan 10, 2025F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.Environmental DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 17, 2025
Jan 10, 2025F0656Develop 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 DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandard, ComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 17, 2025
Jan 10, 2025F0700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 17, 2025
Jan 10, 2025F0761Ensure 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 DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandard, ComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 17, 2025
Dec 6, 2024F0552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Resident Rights DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 31, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0944Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.Administration DeficienciesF Potential for harm, widespreadStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy Service DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0656Develop 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 DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0693Ensure 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 DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Nov 30, 2023F0868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyAdministration DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024
Oct 11, 2023F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesK Immediate jeopardy, patternComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Nov 10, 2023
Oct 11, 2023F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Nov 10, 2023

Staffing

Total nurse staffing

Reported hours per resident per day.[25]

  • This nursing homeNot available
  • 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.[25]

  • This nursing homeNot available
  • 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 home42.4%
  • Texas average55.3% (1,051 with data)
  • U.S. average45.8% (13,538 with data)

Penalties

CMS lists 0 penalties for this nursing home: 0 fines totaling $0, and 0 payment denials. CMS counts penalties from the last 3 years.

Facility details

Certified beds53
Average residents per day32.9
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicaid
Inside a hospitalNo
Continuing care retirement communityNo
Resident and family councilBoth
Automatic sprinklers in all required areasYes
ChainNot part of a chain in the CMS file
Legal business nameLegal Business Name Not Available
First approved for Medicare and MedicaidSep 30, 1979
CountyBexar
CMS certification number45E341

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Hospitals in San Antonio
HospitalCMS overall ratingTypeEmergency services
San Antonio VA Medical Center (VA South Texas Healthcare System)Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationYes
Methodist HospitalAcute Care HospitalsYes
Baptist Medical CenterAcute Care HospitalsYes
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Medical CenterAcute Care HospitalsYes
University Health SystemAcute Care HospitalsYes
Children's Hospital of San AntonioNot availableChildrensYes
San Antonio State Hosp State SchoolNot availablePsychiatricNo
South Texas Spine and Surgical HospitalNot availableAcute Care HospitalsYes

All 58 nursing homes and 19 hospitals in San Antonio

CMS footnotes on this page

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The accuracy of the staffing data for this measure could not be validated by CMS.