Nursing home in Athens, Texas
Avir at Commons
Medicare and Medicaid
121 Commons Drive, Athens, TX 75751
(903) 677-3434
- CMS shows its abuse icon for this nursing home: it was cited for abuse or neglect at the harm level or above on the most recent inspection cycle, or at the potential-harm level on both of the last two cycles.
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 home1
- Texas average2.8 (1,165 rated)
- U.S. average2.8 (14,565 rated)
Staffing
- 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 26, 2026. 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 23 health deficiencies on 10 inspection dates since Sep 30, 2023. By level of harm: 3 immediate jeopardy, 3 actual harm, 17 potential for harm.
- 3 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
- 3 Actual harm
- 17 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 13, 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 14, 2026 |
| Jul 13, 2026 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident Rights Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 14, 2026 |
| May 15, 2026 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 16, 2026 |
| May 15, 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 16, 2026 |
| Mar 26, 2026 | 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 Apr 24, 2026 |
| Feb 13, 2026 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 14, 2026 |
| Feb 13, 2026 | F0600 | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 14, 2026 |
| Feb 13, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 14, 2026 |
| Feb 13, 2026 | 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 14, 2026 |
| Nov 18, 2025 | F0657 | Develop 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 Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 15, 2025 |
Show the other 13 deficiencies
| Date | Tag | Deficiency | Scope and severity | Inspection type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 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 Dec 15, 2025 |
| Aug 15, 2025 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident Rights Deficiencies | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 16, 2025 |
| Aug 15, 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 16, 2025 |
| Aug 15, 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident Rights Deficiencies | G Actual harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 16, 2025 |
| Mar 29, 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 15, 2025 |
| Jan 15, 2025 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.Resident Rights Deficiencies | F Potential for harm, widespread | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 15, 2025 |
| Jan 15, 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 15, 2025 |
| Jan 15, 2025 | 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 | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 15, 2025 |
| Jan 15, 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 Feb 15, 2025 |
| Jan 6, 2025 | F0600 | 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 12, 2025 |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 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 Jan 12, 2025 |
| Dec 5, 2023 | F0851 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.Administration Deficiencies | F Potential for harm, widespread | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 15, 2024 |
| Dec 5, 2023 | F0868 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyAdministration Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 15, 2024 |
Staffing
Total nurse staffing
Reported hours per resident per day.
- This nursing home3.19 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 home0.27 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 home58.0%
- Texas average55.3% (1,051 with data)
- U.S. average45.8% (13,538 with data)
Penalties
CMS lists 2 penalties for this nursing home: 2 fines totaling $162,078, and 0 payment denials. CMS counts penalties from the last 3 years.
Facility details
| Certified beds | 120 |
|---|---|
| Average residents per day | 89.0 |
| Ownership | Government - Hospital district |
| Provider type | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Inside a hospital | Yes |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
| Resident and family council | Resident |
| Automatic sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Chain | Advanced Healthcare Solutions (28 facilities) |
| Legal business name | CORYELL COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AUTHORITY |
| First approved for Medicare and Medicaid | Nov 4, 1994 |
| County | Henderson |
| CMS certification number | 675424 |
Also in Athens
| Nursing home | CMS overall rating | Health inspection rating | Certified beds | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | 132 | Government - Hospital district | ||
| Avir at Athens | 112 | For profit - Partnership |
| Hospital | CMS overall rating | Type | Emergency services |
|---|---|---|---|
| UT Health East Texas Athens Hospital | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes |