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Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation
6500 Brush Country Rd., Austin, TX 78749
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 118 beds, Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation serves Austin in Travis County, Texas and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1993.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Texas median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 1 and quality measures 3.
Inspectors recorded 45 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (24, 10, 11 by cycle, most recent first), 3 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 38.1 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 22.5.
CMS lists 4 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $131K and 1 payment denial.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.1 hours per resident per day (0.3 RN), close to the Texas median of 3.3; nursing staff turnover is 77.8%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Travis Co. median | Texas median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 45 | 28 | 25 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 38.1 | 23.3 | 22.5 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 77.8% | 43.6% | 52.1% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $130,834 | $42,726 | $16,801 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (28 in the county, 1177 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Texas average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 21 Aug 2025, 23 Jul 2024.
Severity mix: K ×2 G ×1 D ×20 E ×21 F ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 May 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Complaint investigation | 8 Jun 2026 |
| 9 Apr 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Complaint investigation | 1 May 2026 |
| 7 Jan 2026 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Jan 2026 |
| 11 Nov 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Nov 2025 |
| 11 Nov 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Nov 2025 |
| 4 Oct 2025 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | K | Complaint investigation | 14 Nov 2025 |
| 4 Oct 2025 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Complaint investigation | 14 Nov 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 29 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | E | Standard survey | 22 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Standard survey | 5 Sep 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | E | Standard survey | 29 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Standard survey | 22 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 29 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 29 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | E | Standard survey | 22 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0940 | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. | E | Standard survey | 22 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Standard survey | 22 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 22 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Standard survey | 29 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 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. | D | Standard survey | 15 Sep 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 22 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Aug 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. | D | Standard survey | 22 Aug 2025 |
| 5 Aug 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Aug 2025 |
| 2 Jun 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 7 May 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | K | Complaint investigation | 8 May 2025 |
| 8 Jan 2025 | F0727 | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | E | Complaint investigation | 1 Feb 2025 |
| 8 Jan 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Complaint investigation | 1 Feb 2025 |
| 8 Jan 2025 | F0624 | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Feb 2025 |
| 18 Nov 2024 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Complaint investigation | 12 Dec 2024 |
| 23 Jul 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Standard survey | 24 Jul 2024 |
| 23 Jul 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Standard survey | 24 Jul 2024 |
| 23 Jul 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 24 Jul 2024 |
| 23 Jul 2024 | F0808 | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jul 2024 |
| 15 Apr 2024 | F0622 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 May 2024 |
| 15 Apr 2024 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 May 2024 |
| 5 Mar 2024 | F0573 | Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Mar 2024 |
| 26 Feb 2024 | 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. | G | Complaint investigation | 5 Apr 2024 |
| 28 Sep 2023 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 9 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Jun 2023 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 23 Jun 2023 |
| 15 Jun 2023 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 23 Jun 2023 |
| 15 Jun 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 23 Jun 2023 |
| 15 Jun 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 23 Jun 2023 |
| 15 Jun 2023 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 23 Jun 2023 |
| 15 Jun 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 23 Jun 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Oct 2025 | Fine | $23,912 | |
| 7 May 2025 | Fine | $98,098 | |
| 26 Feb 2024 | Payment denial | — | 10 days |
| 26 Feb 2024 | Fine | $8,824 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Texas average. Turnover: nursing staff 77.8%, RNs 100.0%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Texas median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 30.9% | 14.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.8% | 3.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 4.3% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 29.2% | 12.4% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.4% | 3.4% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 8.9% | 8.3% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: West Wharton County Hospital District.
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pmg Opco - Austin, LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| Priority Management Group, LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| Pmg Opco - Austin, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2026 |
| Priority Management Group, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2026 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Travis County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longhorn Village | Austin | 60 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 11.7 | — | 6 Mar 2025 |
| Pflugerville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Pflugerville | 120 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 28 | 23.3 | — | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Querencia At Barton Creek | Austin | 42 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 19.0 | $14K | 18 Dec 2025 |
| The Arbour At Westminster Manor | Austin | 90 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 8.9 | $29K | 3 Dec 2025 |
| Gracy Woods II Living Center | Austin | 110 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 14.5 | — | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Marbridge Villa | Manchaca | 92 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 14 | 15.2 | $46K | 29 May 2025 |
| Avir At Park Bend | Austin | 124 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 28 | 22.6 | $23K | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Barton Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | Austin | 126 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 23 | 18.3 | — | 16 Apr 2026 |
All 28 facilities in Travis County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation been cited for?
45 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 3 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Texas median is 25 per facility.
Has Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $131K in the period covered, plus 1 payment denial.
How does staffing at Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.1 hours per resident per day against a Texas median of 3.3 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Pmg Opco - Austin, LLC and Priority Management Group, LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 15 May 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 21 Aug 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.