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Bertram Nursing and Rehabilitation
540 E State Hwy 29, Bertram, TX 78605 · CMS Certification Number (CCN) 676117
At a glance
- CMS overall rating
- ★★★★☆ 4 of 5
- Health inspection citations
- 13 in the last 3 inspection cycles (1 immediate jeopardy, 1 actual harm, 4 from complaints)
- Fire safety citations
- 6
- Fines (last 3 years)
- 1 fine, total $10,135
- Payment denials
- 0
- Most recent standard inspection
- November 26, 2025
- Official record
- Medicare Care Compare page for this facility
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
CMS star ratings
CMS rates every Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home from 1 to 5 stars. Health inspection stars are relative to other homes in the same state: the top 10% get 5 stars and the bottom 20% get 1 star. CMS says to use the ratings together with other information, including a visit. Technical Users’ Guide
| Rating | This facility | Texas average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | 2.7 | 3 |
| Health inspections | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5 | 1.9 | 2.9 |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ 5 of 5 | 3.7 | 3.6 |
| Long-stay quality | ★★★★★ 5 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
| Short-stay quality | Not published Not enough data available to calculate a star rating. | Not published | Not published |
Averages: CMS State and US Averages: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Health inspections
| Inspection cycle | Standard survey date | Health citations | From standard survey | From complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (most recent) | November 26, 2025 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Cycle 2 | August 29, 2024 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
CMS weighted health inspection score: 51.75 (lower is better; it counts citation severity, complaints and repeat revisits). Citations from infection control inspections: 0. How to read these citations
13 health citations across 7 inspection dates, newest first. The letter is CMS’s scope/severity code: A–C means potential for minimal harm, D–F potential for more than minimal harm, G–I actual harm, and J–L immediate jeopardy.
January 28, 2026: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/20/2026 |
November 26, 2025: 2 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/27/2025 |
| F | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/27/2025 |
August 29, 2024: 4 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/23/2024 |
| D | F-0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/23/2024 |
| D | F-0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/23/2024 |
| E | F-0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/23/2024 |
May 6, 2024: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | F-0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/07/2024 |
October 19, 2023: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/03/2023 |
October 5, 2023: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J | F-0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/06/2023 |
July 7, 2023: 3 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 08/07/2023 |
| D | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 08/07/2023 |
| E | F-0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 08/07/2023 |
Source: CMS Health Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Fire safety inspections
6 fire safety citations across 2 inspection dates
| Date | Severity | Tag | What was cited | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 | D | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/22/2026 |
| 11/26/2025 | D | K-0222 | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/22/2026 |
| 07/07/2023 | F | K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/23/2024 |
| 07/07/2023 | E | K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/23/2024 |
| 07/07/2023 | E | K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/23/2024 |
| 07/07/2023 | E | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/23/2024 |
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas: Yes. CMS does not count fire safety citations in the health inspection star rating.
Source: CMS Fire Safety Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Penalties
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Payment denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 5, 2023 | Fine | $10,135 | — |
Source: CMS Penalties: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 2.73 | 3.39 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.47 | 0.43 | 0.69 |
| LPN/LVN hours per resident per day | 0.61 | Not published | Not published |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.66 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.21 | Not published | Not published |
| RN hours per resident per day, weekends | 0.22 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 95.6 | 55.3 | 45.8 |
| Registered nurse turnover (%) | 100 | Not published | Not published |
| Administrators who have left | 1 | Not published | Not published |
Reported hours come from the Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) staffing data that facilities submit to CMS each quarter.
Source: CMS Provider Information; State and US Averages: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Facility details
- Legal business name
- West Wharton County Hospital District
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Chain
- Creative Solutions in Healthcare (149 facilities)
- Ownership changed in last 12 months
- No
- Certified beds
- 74
- Average residents per day
- 47.5
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Located inside a hospital
- No
- Continuing care retirement community
- No
- Resident and family council
- Resident
- First approved for Medicare/Medicaid
- November 1, 2006
- County/parish
- Burnet
Source: CMS Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Owners and managers reported to CMS
18 ownership and management records
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOWERS, SEAN | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CISNEROS, ALFRED | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| COBB, TRAVIS | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| COOPER, STEPHEN | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| HARDIN, SHERRIE | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| KERZEE, RICHARD | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| KORENEK, PATRICIA | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SOECHTING, PAUL | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| STRACK, JOE | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| HUGGINS, LINDA | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| WILLIG, ZACHARY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| THOMPSON, JOHNNY | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BERTRAM I ENTERPRISES, LLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BLAKE, GARY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BLAKE, MALISA | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BERTRAM I ENTERPRISES, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BAKER, DENNIS | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SYED, ASIF | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
Source: CMS Ownership: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Check it yourself
- Medicare Care Compare: Bertram Nursing and Rehabilitation. Full inspection reports, quality measures and staffing.
- HHSC long-term care complaint portal (TULIP). The state agency also takes nursing home complaints.
- Ask the facility to show you its most recent inspection report and plan of correction.
Page built from CMS data files processed September 1, 2026 (CMS refreshes monthly). Last checked October 26, 2026. Not a ranking or endorsement.