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Fort Worth Transitional Care Center

850 12th Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76104

CCN 676255 · Government, hospital district · 136 certified beds · chain Wellsential Health

Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★

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 136 beds, Fort Worth Transitional Care Center serves Fort Worth in Tarrant County, Texas and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 2010.

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 4.

Inspectors recorded 46 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (9, 21, 16 by cycle, most recent first), 3 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 33.8 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 22.5.

CMS lists 3 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $51K.

Reported nurse staffing is 3.1 hours per resident per day (0.6 RN), close to the Texas median of 3.3; nursing staff turnover is 68.8%.

46health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles3 at actual harm or worse
$51Kfines listed by CMS3 penalties in period
3.1nurse hours per resident per daystate median 3.3
69%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)93 residents a day

Compared with county, state and nation

MeasureThis facilityTarrant Co. medianTexas medianUS average
Overall star rating1233.0
Health citations, 3 cycles46282528.7
Citations per 100 beds33.821.922.526.8
Total nurse hours per resident day3.13.33.33.9
RN hours per resident day0.60.40.40.7
Nursing staff turnover68.8%53.4%52.1%45.8%
Fines listed$51,036$31,778$16,801—

County and state figures are medians across facilities (71 in the county, 1177 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.

Citations by survey cycle

Cycle 1 (latest)9
Cycle 221
Cycle 316

Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Texas average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 8 Apr 2026, 13 Feb 2025.

Severity mix: K ×1 G ×1 H ×1 D ×28 E ×15

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)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C

Survey dateTagWhat the tag requiresSeverityTypeCorrected
8 Apr 2026F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.KStandard survey9 Apr 2026
8 Apr 2026F0693Ensure 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.HStandard survey9 Apr 2026
8 Apr 2026F0761Ensure 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.EStandard survey9 Apr 2026
8 Apr 2026F0655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedDStandard survey9 Apr 2026
8 Apr 2026F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey9 Apr 2026
8 Apr 2026F0700Try 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.DStandard survey9 Apr 2026
8 Apr 2026F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey9 Apr 2026
3 Dec 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation4 Dec 2025
3 Sep 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation4 Sep 2025
24 Jun 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GComplaint investigation28 May 2025
24 Jun 2025F0693Ensure 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.DComplaint investigation25 Jun 2025
11 Apr 2025F0770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.DComplaint investigation12 Apr 2025
13 Feb 2025F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.EStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.EStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.EStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.EStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0758Implement 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.EStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.EStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.EStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.EStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.EStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0700Try 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.DComplaint investigation14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Feb 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DStandard survey14 Feb 2025
13 Dec 2024F0729Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.EComplaint investigation17 Dec 2024
30 Oct 2024F0693Ensure 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.DComplaint investigation4 Nov 2024
30 Oct 2024F0694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.DComplaint investigation4 Nov 2024
30 Oct 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DComplaint investigation4 Nov 2024
16 Aug 2024F0624Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.DComplaint investigation20 Sep 2024
26 Jun 2024F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.DComplaint investigation19 Jul 2024
30 Apr 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.EComplaint investigation7 Jun 2024
30 Apr 2024F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.EComplaint investigation7 Jun 2024
30 Apr 2024F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DComplaint investigation7 Jun 2024
30 Apr 2024F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation7 Jun 2024
14 Dec 2023F0655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedEStandard survey2 Jan 2024
14 Dec 2023F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.EStandard survey2 Jan 2024
14 Dec 2023F0584Honor 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.DStandard survey2 Jan 2024
14 Dec 2023F0693Ensure 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.DStandard survey2 Jan 2024
14 Dec 2023F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DComplaint investigation2 Jan 2024
14 Dec 2023F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.DComplaint investigation2 Jan 2024
14 Dec 2023F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.DStandard survey2 Jan 2024
30 Nov 2023F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation1 Dec 2023
18 Sep 2023F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation19 Sep 2023
21 Aug 2023F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation22 Aug 2023
21 Aug 2023F0761Ensure 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.DComplaint investigation22 Aug 2023

Penalties

DateTypeAmountDetail
8 Apr 2026Fine$36,040
24 Jun 2025Fine$8,964
16 Aug 2024Fine$6,032

Staffing

Total nursing3.09 h
Nurse aides1.64 h
LPN0.85 h
RN0.6 h
Weekend total2.66 h

Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Texas average. Turnover: nursing staff 68.8%, RNs 65.2%; 2 administrators left in the reporting year.

Quality measures

MeasureResidentsThis facilityTexas medianUS median
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increasedLong Stay6.1%14.9%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay0.0%0.0%0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infectionLong Stay0.0%0.3%0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injuryLong Stay3.1%3.0%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay2.0%0.7%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay5.6%12.4%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay4.4%3.4%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay8.5%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: government, hospital district. Legal business name: Decatur Hospital Authority. Chain: Wellsential Health (67 facilities).

OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
Decatur Hospital Authority5% or greater direct ownership interest100%07/25/2014
850 12th Avenue, LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Csv Rhea Management Holdco, LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Decatur Hospital AuthorityAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/04/2026
Dwd Tx Holdings LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Jack and Nancy Dwyer Workforce Development Center IncAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Reg Bridge Opco LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Reg Hg Opco LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Reg Operator Holdco LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Regency Ihs Clinical Consulting, LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Regency Ihs of Fort Worth LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Regency Ihs Rehab LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Regency Integrated Health Services LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018
Regency Texas Holdings LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2018

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 Tarrant County

FacilityCityBedsOverallHealthStaffingCitationsPer 100 bedsFinesLast survey
Allegiant Wellness and RehabCrowley605541118.3—24 Jul 2025
Crowley Nursing and RehabilitationCrowley1205421714.2$18K5 Jun 2025
Discovery Village At SouthlakeSouthlake415541536.6$13K4 Jun 2026
Grapevine Medical LodgeGrapevine13254286.1—15 Apr 2025
Heritage House At Keller Rehab & NursingKeller1205422016.7$23K28 Mar 2026
Hurst Plaza Nursing and RehabHurst1065521514.2$7K21 May 2026
La Dora Nursing and Rehabilitation CenterBedford625521016.1—24 Apr 2026
Stonegate Nursing and RehabilitationFort Worth1345422317.2$17K12 Feb 2026

All 71 facilities in Tarrant County

Questions and answers

How many deficiencies has Fort Worth Transitional Care Center been cited for?

46 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 Fort Worth Transitional Care Center been fined?

Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $51K in the period covered.

How does staffing at Fort Worth Transitional Care Center 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 Fort Worth Transitional Care Center?

It is part of the Wellsential Health chain. Ownership type is government, hospital district. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Decatur Hospital Authority. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.

When was Fort Worth Transitional Care Center last inspected?

The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 8 Apr 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 8 Apr 2026.

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.