Nursing home in Temple, Texas
William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home
Medicare and Medicaid
1424 Martin Luther King Jr Lane, Temple, TX 76504
(254) 791-8280
- 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 home2
- Texas average2.8 (1,165 rated)
- U.S. average2.8 (14,565 rated)
Staffing
[23]
- 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): May 21, 2026. CMS counts 8 health deficiencies in rating cycle 1.
- This nursing home8
- 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 28 health deficiencies on 11 inspection dates since Sep 30, 2023. By level of harm: 5 immediate jeopardy, 22 potential for harm, 1 minimal harm potential.
- 5 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
- 0 Actual harm
- 22 No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
- 1 No actual harm, potential for minimal harm
| Date | Tag | Deficiency | Scope and severity | Inspection type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 15, 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 3, 2026 |
| May 21, 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 | F Potential for harm, widespread | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 25, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 | 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 Jun 25, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 3, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 25, 2026 |
| May 1, 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 Jun 28, 2026 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | 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 Mar 17, 2026 |
| Feb 4, 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 Mar 3, 2026 |
| Jul 23, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 24, 2025 |
| Jul 23, 2025 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 24, 2025 |
Show the other 18 deficiencies
| Date | Tag | Deficiency | Scope and severity | Inspection type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2025 | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 24, 2025 |
| Jun 25, 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 Jun 26, 2025 |
| Mar 22, 2025 | 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 | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 23, 2025 |
| Mar 22, 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 | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 23, 2025 |
| Mar 22, 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 Mar 23, 2025 |
| Mar 7, 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 Mar 10, 2025 |
| Mar 7, 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 | Standard, Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 10, 2025 |
| Mar 7, 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 Mar 10, 2025 |
| Dec 16, 2024 | F0552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Resident Rights Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 17, 2024 |
| Dec 16, 2024 | 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 Dec 17, 2024 |
| Jan 12, 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control Deficiencies | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 7, 2024 |
| Jan 12, 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 7, 2024 |
| Jan 12, 2024 | 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 | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 7, 2024 |
| Jan 12, 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Infection Control Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 7, 2024 |
| Jan 12, 2024 | F0584 | Honor 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 Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 7, 2024 |
| Jan 12, 2024 | 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 7, 2024 |
| Jan 12, 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 7, 2024 |
| Jan 12, 2024 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | C Minimal harm potential, widespread | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 7, 2024 |
Staffing
Total nurse staffing
Reported hours per resident per day.[23]
- 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.[23]
- 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.[26]
- This nursing homeNot available
- Texas average55.3% (1,051 with data)
- U.S. average45.8% (13,538 with data)
Penalties
CMS lists 3 penalties for this nursing home: 3 fines totaling $53,860, and 0 payment denials. CMS counts penalties from the last 3 years.
Facility details
| Certified beds | 160 |
|---|---|
| Average residents per day | 151.7 |
| Ownership | Government - State |
| 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 | Texvet (9 facilities) |
| Legal business name | STATE OF TEXAS VETERANS LAND BOARD |
| First approved for Medicare and Medicaid | Dec 21, 2000 |
| County | Bell |
| CMS certification number | 675857 |
Also in Temple
| Nursing home | CMS overall rating | Health inspection rating | Certified beds | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avir at Temple East | 138 | For profit - Corporation | ||
| Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital Skil | 23 | Non profit - Corporation | ||
| Cornerstone Gardens LLP | 130 | For profit - Individual | ||
| Avir at Temple West | 104 | For profit - Limited Liability company | ||
| Avir at Western Hills | 120 | For profit - Corporation | ||
| Morada Temple | 60 | For profit - Limited Liability company | ||
| Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare | 124 | Government - Hospital district | ||
| Avir at Adams | 118 | For profit - Corporation | ||
| Avir at Weston | 120 | For profit - Individual |
| Hospital | CMS overall rating | Type | Emergency services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| Temple VA Medical Center (VA Central Texas Healthcare System) | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Yes | |
| Canyon Creek Behavioral Health | Not available | Psychiatric | No |
CMS footnotes on this page
- [23]
- This facility did not submit staffing data.
- [26]
- This facility did not submit staffing data or submitted staffing data that is considered to be invalid for the purpose of calculating turnover. This measure will receive the minimum points for calculating the overall staffing score and rating.