Galveston Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Galveston, TX · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 675254) · 150 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 2 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: 5 totaling $272,498 · 2 payment denials
Phone: (409) 740-7330 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Galveston Nursing And Rehabilitation Center has a CMS Overall Star Rating of 1 out of 5, below the Texas state average of 2.65. Its Health Inspection rating is 1 star and its Staffing rating is 1 star.
Galveston Nursing And Rehabilitation Center reports total nurse staffing of about 2.74 hours per resident per day, including 0.60 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 70.7%. CMS gives the facility a Staffing rating of 1 out of 5 stars.
Yes, CMS records show 5 federal fines totaling $272,498.00 and 2 payment denials for Galveston Nursing And Rehabilitation Center. CMS has also designated this facility as an SFF Candidate under its Special Focus program, indicating a history of persistent poor performance under increased inspection scrutiny.
About this facility
Galveston Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit (limited liability company) nursing home in Galveston, Texas, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since February 1994. The facility is licensed for 150 beds and currently serves an average of 64.6 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an Overall Star Rating of 1 out of 5, below the Texas state average of 2.65. Its Health Inspection rating is 1 star, its Quality Measures rating is 2 stars, and its Staffing rating is 1 star.
Total nurse staffing is reported at 2.74 hours per resident per day, including 0.60 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 70.7%.
CMS records show 5 federal fines totaling $272,498.00, along with 2 payment denials on this facility's record.
CMS has designated this facility as an SFF Candidate under its Special Focus Facility program, meaning it has a history of persistent poor performance and is subject to increased CMS inspection scrutiny.
This facility is part of the Cascades Healthcare chain, which operates 19 facilities nationally with an average CMS rating of 1.9 stars. There has been no ownership change reported in the last 12 months.
Families are encouraged to review the full inspection history and current status directly on CMS Care Compare, as ratings and designations are updated periodically.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The facility has a CMS Overall Star Rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Texas state average of 2.65.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, this facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 2.74 hours per resident per day, including 0.60 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 70.7%. CMS rates staffing at 1 out of 5 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 5 fines totaling $272,498.00 and 2 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
CMS has designated this facility as an SFF Candidate under its Special Focus program, indicating persistent underperformance and increased inspection scrutiny; no abuse icon flag is recorded in this data.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 150 beds and has an average of 64.6 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is a for-profit limited liability company, part of the Cascades Healthcare chain, which operates 19 facilities nationally with an average rating of 1.9 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on February 2, 1994.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an Overall rating plus three component ratings — Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures — which combine into the Overall score; this facility's ratings are 1, 1, and 2 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; contact the facility at (409) 740-7330 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This data does not cover tour details; contact the facility at (409) 740-7330 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the facility's current CMS ratings and inspection reports at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/675254?state=TX.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.