Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation - WaxahaCMS ratings, inspections and fines
- Address
- 151 Country Meadows Boulevard, Waxahachie, TX 75165
- CCN
- 676421
- Ownership type
- For-profit, individual
- Certified beds
- 121
- Chain
- The Ensign Group
- Residents per day
- 102
- CMS flags
- None in the CMS record
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CMS gives Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation - Waxaha an overall rating of 1 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 12 Feb 2026. The latest survey cycle has 9 health citations. The median for nursing homes in Texas is 8. CMS lists 3 fines with a total of $41,215 for this home in its penalties file.
Facilities may see a change in their overall rating for a number of reasons. Since the overall rating is based on three individual domains, a change in any one of the domains can affect the overall rating. Any new data for a nursing home could potentially change a star rating domain.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .
Since the last CMS update
The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.
Ratings
CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.
| Rating (1 to 5 stars) | This home | Ellis County median | Texas median | US average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 1 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Staffing rating | 1 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.9 |
| Quality measure rating | 3 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 3.6 |
A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 10 homes in the county, 1,177 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure
Citations by survey cycle
CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.
| Survey cycle | Standard survey | Citations | Texas median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (latest) | 12 Feb 2026 | 9 | 8 |
| Cycle 2 | 15 Nov 2024 | 10 | 8 |
| Cycle 3 | No date | 16 | 8 |
Health citations
The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.
Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | K0 | L0 | |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | H0 | I0 | |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | F0 | ||
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A0 | B0 | C0 |
Survey cycle 1 (latest): 9 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Apr 2026 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | E | Complaint investigation | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 15 Apr 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Complaint investigation | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 12 Feb 2026 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 16 Mar 2026 |
| 12 Feb 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 16 Mar 2026 |
| 12 Feb 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 | Standard survey | 16 Mar 2026 |
| 12 Feb 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 16 Mar 2026 |
| 12 Feb 2026 | F0850 | Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. | E | Standard survey | 16 Mar 2026 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Dec 2025 |
| 24 Nov 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Dec 2025 |
Survey cycle 2: 10 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Apr 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 May 2025 |
| 15 Nov 2024 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 10 Dec 2024 |
| 15 Nov 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 10 Dec 2024 |
| 15 Nov 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 10 Dec 2024 |
| 15 Nov 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 10 Dec 2024 |
| 15 Nov 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Complaint investigation | 10 Dec 2024 |
| 15 Nov 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 10 Dec 2024 |
| 15 Nov 2024 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Standard survey | 10 Dec 2024 |
| 15 Nov 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | 10 Dec 2024 |
| 15 Nov 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 10 Dec 2024 |
Survey cycle 3: 16 citations
The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jun 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Jun 2024 |
| 17 Jun 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Jun 2024 |
| 17 Jun 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Jun 2024 |
| 7 Mar 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Mar 2024 |
| 7 Mar 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 8 Mar 2024 |
| 7 Feb 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Complaint investigation | 4 Mar 2024 |
| 7 Feb 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 4 Mar 2024 |
| 23 Jan 2024 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Feb 2024 |
| 23 Jan 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Feb 2024 |
| 23 Jan 2024 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 7 Feb 2024 |
| 5 Oct 2023 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Sep 2023 |
| 13 Sep 2023 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 6 Oct 2023 |
| 13 Sep 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 6 Oct 2023 |
| 13 Sep 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. | D | Standard survey | 6 Oct 2023 |
| 13 Sep 2023 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 6 Oct 2023 |
| 13 Sep 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 6 Oct 2023 |
The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report
Penalties
A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.
| Date | Type | Fine | Days without payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Nov 2024 | Fine | $11,466 | |
| 7 Mar 2024 | Fine | $15,851 | |
| 23 Jan 2024 | Fine | $13,898 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.
| Staff | This home | Texas median | Texas average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nurse staff | 3.55 | 3.30 | 3.39 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.25 | 0.40 | 0.43 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 1.08 | 0.95 | |
| Nurse aides | 2.22 | 2.00 | |
| All nurse staff, weekends | 2.87 | 2.90 | 2.98 |
- Nurse staff turnover in a year
- 57.6%
- Nurse staff turnover, Texas median
- 52.1%
- RN turnover in a year
- 37.5%
- Administrators who left in a year
- 0
Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.
Quality measures
A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.
| Measure (CMS text) | Residents | This home | Texas median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 27.1% | 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 | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.7% | 3.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 26.2% | 12.4% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.2% | 3.4% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 7.8% | 8.3% | 13.4% |
For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure
Ownership
An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.
- Ownership type
- For-profit, individual
- Chain
- The Ensign Group (342 homes in the CMS chain file)
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastland Memorial Hospital District | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 1 Apr 2019 |
| Cow Creek Healthcare, Inc. | Operational/managerial control | 1 Apr 2019 | |
| Cow Creek Healthcare, Inc. | Adp of the snf | 14 Aug 2025 | |
| Ensign Services Inc | Adp of the snf | 1 Apr 2019 | |
| National Health Investors, Inc. | Adp of the snf | 29 Apr 2016 | |
| Texas Nhi Investors, LLC | Adp of the snf | 29 Apr 2016 |
The site shows organisations only. It does not show the names of persons.
Other homes in Ellis County
| Nursing home | City | Overall rating | Citations, latest cycle | Fines | Last standard survey | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focused Care of Waxahachie | Waxahachie | 1 of 5 | 11 | $20,589 | 28 Apr 2026 | |
| Pleasant Manor Healthcare and Rehabilitation | Waxahachie | 3 of 5 | 13 | $29,011 | 5 Mar 2026 | |
| Red Oak Health and Rehabilitation Center | Red Oak | 3 of 5 | 3 | $12,035 | 13 Mar 2026 | |
| Midtowne Meadows Health & Rehab | Midlothian | 4 of 5 | 0 | $20,131 | 4 Sep 2025 | |
| Midlothian Healthcare Center | Midlothian | 3 of 5 | 3 | $46,636 | 6 Feb 2026 | |
| Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation - Ennis | Ennis | 5 of 5 | 3 | $0 | 7 May 2026 | |
| Ennis Care Center | Ennis | 1 of 5 | 12 | $36,911 | 20 May 2026 | |
| Bluebonnet Rehab at Ennis | Ennis | 4 of 5 | 4 | $0 | 23 Apr 2026 | |
| Renaissance Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | Italy | 5 of 5 | 4 | $0 | 10 Sep 2025 |
Official channels
- Care Compare record of this nursing homeMedicare.gov. The official CMS record of this home.
- Texas Health and Human Services: complaint and incident intakeThe complaint page of the State Survey Agency for Texas, from the CMS list of agencies.
- Contact information for State Survey AgenciesCMS. The web address and the telephone number of the State Survey Agency of each state. These agencies investigate complaints about nursing homes.
- Filing a complaintMedicare.gov. The page names the State Survey Agency as the place for a complaint about nursing home care or facility conditions.
- Eldercare LocatorAdministration for Community Living. A public service that connects older adults and their families to local services. Telephone: 1-800-677-1116.
Cite this page
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation - Waxaha (CCN 676421). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/legend-oaks-healthcare-and-rehabilitation-waxaha-waxahachie-tx-676421/
Provenance
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Questions
- When was Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation - Waxaha last inspected?
- The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 15 Apr 2026. It was a complaint investigation. It gave 2 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 15 Nov 2024.
- Who operates Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation - Waxaha?
- The CMS record gives the ownership type as for-profit, individual. CMS lists the home in the chain The Ensign Group. The CMS ownership file names Cow Creek Healthcare, Inc. for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
- Is Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation - Waxaha a Special Focus Facility?
- No. The CMS provider file lists no Special Focus status for this home. CMS lists 6 homes in Texas as Special Focus Facilities and 30 as candidates.
- Where does the data on this page come from?
- The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.