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The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation
5607 Everhart Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78411
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.
The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation is a For-profit, corporation nursing home in Corpus Christi, Texas, certified for 204 beds and caring for about 101 residents a day.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Texas median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 2 and quality measures 1.
Inspectors recorded 61 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (24, 25, 12 by cycle, most recent first), 5 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 29.9 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 22.5.
CMS lists 3 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $69K.
Reported nurse staffing is 2.9 hours per resident per day (0.5 RN), close to the Texas median of 3.3; nursing staff turnover is 51.2%.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Nueces Co. median | Texas median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 61 | 29 | 25 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 29.9 | 25.8 | 22.5 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 2.9 | 3.1 | 3.3 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 51.2% | 46.8% | 52.1% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $69,235 | $19,143 | $16,801 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (14 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: 2 Dec 2025, 29 Aug 2024.
Severity mix: J ×4 G ×1 D ×46 E ×10
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Jun 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2026 |
| 23 Dec 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 | 13 Jan 2026 |
| 3 Dec 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 3 Dec 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 | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 3 Dec 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 | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 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 | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | E | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0675 | Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 2 Dec 2025 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | D | Standard survey | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 18 Oct 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2025 |
| 18 Oct 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2025 |
| 18 Oct 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2025 |
| 30 Jul 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Aug 2025 |
| 30 Jul 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Aug 2025 |
| 26 Jun 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 26 Jun 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 26 Jun 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 26 Jun 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 26 Jun 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 | 30 Jun 2025 |
| 17 Apr 2025 | 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 | 18 Apr 2025 |
| 31 Mar 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Apr 2025 |
| 6 Nov 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 7 Nov 2024 |
| 6 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 7 Nov 2024 |
| 29 Aug 2024 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | E | Standard survey | 27 Sep 2024 |
| 29 Aug 2024 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Standard survey | 27 Sep 2024 |
| 29 Aug 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 | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 29 Aug 2024 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | E | Standard survey | 18 Sep 2024 |
| 29 Aug 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 | Standard survey | 25 Sep 2024 |
| 29 Aug 2024 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 20 Sep 2024 |
| 29 Aug 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. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2024 |
| 29 Aug 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. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2024 |
| 29 Aug 2024 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 29 Aug 2024 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2024 |
| 10 Aug 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | Complaint investigation | 29 Apr 2024 |
| 10 Aug 2024 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | J | Complaint investigation | 29 Apr 2024 |
| 10 Aug 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Sep 2024 |
| 10 Aug 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Sep 2024 |
| 27 Dec 2023 | F0710 | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. | J | Complaint investigation | 28 Dec 2023 |
| 4 Dec 2023 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Complaint investigation | 6 Dec 2023 |
| 4 Dec 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 6 Dec 2023 |
| 17 Aug 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 17 Aug 2023 |
| 17 Aug 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Aug 2023 |
| 10 May 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 | Standard survey | 15 Jun 2023 |
| 10 May 2023 | 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 | 15 Jun 2023 |
| 10 May 2023 | F0680 | Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jun 2023 |
| 10 May 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jun 2023 |
| 10 May 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 | 15 Jun 2023 |
| 10 May 2023 | F0801 | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jun 2023 |
| 10 May 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jun 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Nov 2024 | Fine | $15,642 | |
| 10 Aug 2024 | Fine | $8,827 | |
| 27 Dec 2023 | Fine | $44,766 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Texas average. Turnover: nursing staff 51.2%, RNs 21.4%; 0 administrators 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 | 9.3% | 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 | 2.7% | 3.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 9.5% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 4.0% | 12.4% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 2.2% | 3.4% | 4.2% |
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: Frio Hospital District. Chain: Caring Healthcare Group (14 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frio Hospital District | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/17/2020 |
| The Palms SNF LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/17/2020 |
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 Nueces County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookdale Trinity Towers | Corpus Christi | 75 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 23 | 30.7 | $16K | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Avir At Corpus Christi | Corpus Christi | 121 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 29 | 24.0 | $14K | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Mirador | Corpus Christi | 41 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 21 | 51.2 | $23K | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Windsor Calallen | Corpus Christi | 120 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 32 | 26.7 | $5K | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Corpu | Corpus Christi | 120 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 15.0 | $12K | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Alameda Oaks Nursing Center | Corpus Christi | 146 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 34 | 23.3 | $15K | 4 Apr 2026 |
| Avir At River Ridge | Corpus Christi | 120 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 29 | 24.2 | $23K | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Cimarron Place Health & Rehabilitation | Corpus Christi | 120 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 19 | 15.8 | $19K | 3 Jun 2026 |
All 14 facilities in Nueces County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation been cited for?
61 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 5 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Texas median is 25 per facility.
Has The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $69K in the period covered.
How does staffing at The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 2.9 hours per resident per day against a Texas median of 3.3 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation?
It is part of the Caring Healthcare Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Frio Hospital District and The Palms SNF LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 9 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 2 Dec 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.