Nursing home in Austin, Texas
Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Medicare and Medicaid
6801 E RIVERSIDE DR, Austin, TX 78741
(512) 247-9000
- 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
- This nursing home1
- Texas average1.9 (1,163 rated)
- U.S. average2.9 (14,494 rated)
Quality measures
- This nursing home3
- Texas average3.7 (1,162 rated)
- U.S. average3.6 (14,495 rated)
Health inspections
Most recent standard health inspection (rating cycle 1): Jan 15, 2026. CMS counts 4 health deficiencies in rating cycle 1.
- This nursing home4
- 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 22 health deficiencies on 11 inspection dates since Sep 30, 2023. By level of harm: 1 immediate jeopardy, 3 actual harm, 18 potential for harm.
- 1 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
- 3 Actual harm
- 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 13, 2026 |
| Mar 10, 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 | Past Non-Compliance Mar 3, 2026 |
| Jan 15, 2026 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident Rights Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 16, 2026 |
| Jan 15, 2026 | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 16, 2026 |
| May 28, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 29, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 | 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 May 29, 2025 |
| Mar 26, 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 | Past Non-Compliance Mar 25, 2025 |
| Jan 7, 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 Jan 8, 2025 |
| Jan 7, 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 8, 2025 |
| Jan 7, 2025 | 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 8, 2025 |
Show the other 12 deficiencies
| Date | Tag | Deficiency | Scope and severity | Inspection type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 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 | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Oct 31, 2024 |
| Oct 30, 2024 | 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 | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Oct 31, 2024 |
| Oct 30, 2024 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Oct 31, 2024 |
| Oct 30, 2024 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Oct 31, 2024 |
| Oct 30, 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Oct 31, 2024 |
| Oct 30, 2024 | 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 Oct 31, 2024 |
| Oct 30, 2024 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Resident Rights Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Oct 31, 2024 |
| Oct 30, 2024 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Oct 31, 2024 |
| Sep 25, 2024 | F0563 | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.Resident Rights Deficiencies | G Actual harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Oct 18, 2024 |
| Sep 11, 2024 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident Rights Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Sep 12, 2024 |
| Sep 1, 2024 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Sep 2, 2024 |
| Apr 10, 2024 | F0576 | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.Resident Rights Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 13, 2024 |
Staffing
Total nurse staffing
Reported hours per resident per day.
- This nursing home3.38 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 home0.42 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 home52.5%
- 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 $10,820, and 0 payment denials. CMS counts penalties from the last 3 years.
Facility details
| Certified beds | 122 |
|---|---|
| Average residents per day | 112.3 |
| 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 | Hamilton County Hospital District (10 facilities) |
| Legal business name | HAMILTON COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT |
| First approved for Medicare and Medicaid | Mar 23, 2010 |
| County | Travis |
| CMS certification number | 676246 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension Seton Northwest | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| Dell Seton Med Center at the University of TX | Acute Care Hospitals | No | |
| St David's Medical Center | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| North Austin Medical Center | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| St David's South Austin Medical Center | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| Ascension Seton Southwest | Not available | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes |
| Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital | Not available | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes |