Nursing home in El Paso, Texas
Avir at Patriot
Medicare and Medicaid
11490 Gateway North Blvd, El Paso, TX 79934
(915) 317-1758
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 home3
- Texas average3.7 (1,162 rated)
- U.S. average3.6 (14,495 rated)
Health inspections
Most recent standard health inspection (rating cycle 1): Aug 29, 2025. CMS counts 19 health deficiencies in rating cycle 1.
- This nursing home19
- 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 64 health deficiencies on 18 inspection dates since Sep 30, 2023. By level of harm: 3 immediate jeopardy, 60 potential for harm, 1 minimal harm potential.
- 3 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
- 0 Actual harm
- 60 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 11, 2026 |
| Mar 12, 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 13, 2026 |
| Mar 12, 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 | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 13, 2026 |
| Mar 12, 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 Mar 13, 2026 |
| Mar 12, 2026 | 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 13, 2026 |
| Mar 12, 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 Mar 13, 2026 |
| Mar 12, 2026 | F0710 | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 13, 2026 |
| Mar 12, 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 13, 2026 |
| Nov 25, 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Nov 26, 2025 |
| Nov 25, 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Nov 26, 2025 |
Show the other 54 deficiencies
| Date | Tag | Deficiency | Scope and severity | Inspection type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25, 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Nov 26, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident Rights Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely.Environmental Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 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 | Standard, Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard, Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 8, 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 Aug 9, 2025 |
| Aug 8, 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 9, 2025 |
| Aug 8, 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 9, 2025 |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 23, 2025 |
| Mar 25, 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 Feb 27, 2025 |
| Mar 25, 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 26, 2025 |
| Mar 25, 2025 | F0726 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 26, 2025 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident Rights Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 13, 2024 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | F0604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 13, 2024 |
| Dec 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 | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 13, 2024 |
| Oct 31, 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Nov 1, 2024 |
| Aug 13, 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 14, 2024 |
| Aug 13, 2024 | F0700 | Try 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 Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 14, 2024 |
| Aug 5, 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 6, 2024 |
| Aug 5, 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 6, 2024 |
| Aug 5, 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 6, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 2024 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 2024 | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 2024 | 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 Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 2024 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 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 | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 2024 | F0693 | Ensure 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 Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 2024 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 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 Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 2024 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely.Environmental Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 19, 2024 | F0640 | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | B Minimal harm potential, pattern | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jul 20, 2024 |
| Jul 10, 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 Apr 22, 2024 |
| Apr 23, 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 | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 14, 2024 |
| Apr 23, 2024 | 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 May 14, 2024 |
| Apr 23, 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident Rights Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 14, 2024 |
| Apr 23, 2024 | 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 14, 2024 |
| Apr 23, 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 14, 2024 |
| Apr 23, 2024 | F0851 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.Administration Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction May 14, 2024 |
| Mar 18, 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 5, 2024 |
| Dec 22, 2023 | 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 2, 2024 |
| Dec 22, 2023 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 5, 2024 |
| Dec 22, 2023 | 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 Jan 5, 2024 |
| Dec 22, 2023 | 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 Feb 16, 2024 |
| Dec 22, 2023 | F0887 | Educate 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 Deficiencies | E Potential for harm, pattern | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Jan 12, 2024 |
| Nov 17, 2023 | 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Nov 24, 2023 |
| Nov 17, 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Nov 24, 2023 |
| Oct 13, 2023 | 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 Oct 26, 2023 |
| Oct 13, 2023 | 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 Oct 26, 2023 |
| Oct 13, 2023 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Resident Rights Deficiencies | D Potential for harm, isolated | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Oct 23, 2023 |
Staffing
Total nurse staffing
Reported hours per resident per day.
- This nursing home3.18 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 home0.21 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 home52.7%
- 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 $108,786, and 0 payment denials. CMS counts penalties from the last 3 years.
Facility details
| Certified beds | 124 |
|---|---|
| Average residents per day | 109.9 |
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| 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 | Avir Health Group (118 facilities) |
| Legal business name | WEST WHARTON COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT |
| First approved for Medicare and Medicaid | Aug 30, 2019 |
| County | El Paso |
| CMS certification number | 676468 |
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| Hospital | CMS overall rating | Type | Emergency services |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Medical Center of el Paso | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus of LPDS Healthc | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| Sierra Medical Center | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| The Hospitals of Providence - Memorial Campus | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes | |
| El Paso Behavioral Health System | Not available | Psychiatric | No |
| El Paso Children's Hospital | Not available | Childrens | Yes |
| El Paso Psychiatric Center | Not available | Psychiatric | No |
| William Beaumont AMG (FT Bliss) | Not available | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Yes |