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Las Alturas De Penitas
414 Liberty Boulevard, Penitas, TX 78576 · CMS Certification Number (CCN) 745000
At a glance
- CMS overall rating
- ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5
- Health inspection citations
- 17 in the last 3 inspection cycles (5 immediate jeopardy, 0 actual harm, 10 from complaints)
- Fire safety citations
- 3
- Fines (last 3 years)
- 4 fines, total $166,236
- Payment denials
- 0
- Most recent standard inspection
- May 28, 2026
- 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 | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 | 2.7 | 3 |
| Health inspections | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | ★★☆☆☆ 2 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 | ★★★★★ 5 of 5 | 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) | May 28, 2026 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Cycle 2 | March 12, 2025 | 11 | 2 | 9 |
CMS weighted health inspection score: 152.25 (lower is better; it counts citation severity, complaints and repeat revisits). Citations from infection control inspections: Not published. How to read these citations
17 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.
May 28, 2026: 4 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/11/2026 |
| D | F-0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/11/2026 |
| D | F-0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/11/2026 |
| D | F-0578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/11/2026 |
March 30, 2026: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/23/2026 |
March 12, 2025: 2 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/13/2025 |
| D | F-0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/13/2025 |
February 1, 2025: 4 citations (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/02/2025 |
| D | 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/02/2025 |
| D | F-0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/02/2025 |
| 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 02/02/2025 |
January 26, 2024: 2 citations (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K | F-0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/29/2024 |
| K | 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 01/29/2024 |
December 18, 2023: 3 citations (Standard + Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/20/2023 |
| K | 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 + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/20/2023 |
| D | F-0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/20/2023 |
October 3, 2023: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J | 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/13/2023 |
Source: CMS Health Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Fire safety inspections
3 fire safety citations across 2 inspection dates
| Date | Severity | Tag | What was cited | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/28/2026 | E | 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 06/11/2026 |
| 05/28/2026 | E | K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/11/2026 |
| 03/12/2025 | D | 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 04/23/2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 1, 2025 | Fine | $11,164 | — |
| January 26, 2024 | Fine | $51,887 | — |
| December 18, 2023 | Fine | $87,292 | — |
| October 3, 2023 | Fine | $15,893 | — |
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 | 3.31 | 3.39 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.37 | 0.43 | 0.69 |
| LPN/LVN hours per resident per day | 0.77 | Not published | Not published |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.17 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.94 | Not published | Not published |
| RN hours per resident per day, weekends | 0.26 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 35.1 | 55.3 | 45.8 |
| Registered nurse turnover (%) | 28.6 | 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
- Val Verde County Hospital District
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Chain
- Touchstone Communities (25 facilities)
- Ownership changed in last 12 months
- No
- Certified beds
- 130
- Average residents per day
- 88.7
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Located inside a hospital
- Yes
- Continuing care retirement community
- No
- Resident and family council
- Resident
- First approved for Medicare/Medicaid
- July 8, 2021
- County/parish
- Hidalgo
Source: CMS Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Owners and managers reported to CMS
29 ownership and management records
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VAL VERDE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | undefined undefined, NaN |
| FROST BANK | 5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JURADO, JORGE | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES - PENITAS, LLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CAMPBELL, LESLIE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CASTILLO, LYNNEA | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| GILCREASE, CYNTHIA | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| HINOJOSA, ROSA | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| OLIVAREZ, YVONNE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SEHLKE, BRYON | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| ZUROVEC, DARRELL | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| AEGIS THERAPIES, INC. | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CARVAJAL PHARMACY LTC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| NUTRITIOUS LIFESTYLES, INC. | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PLANTE & MORAN PLLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| THE BRYON AND RENA SEHLKE LIVING TRUST | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| TOUCHSTONE COMMUNITIES INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| TOUCHSTONE REALTY - PENITAS LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES - PENITAS, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| TRIDENT HEALTH SERVICES INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CAMPBELL, LESLIE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CASTILLO, LYNNEA | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| FELLBAUM, ERNEST | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| GILCREASE, CYNTHIA | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| HINOJOSA, ROSA | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| OLIVAREZ, YVONNE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SEHLKE, BRYON | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| STUDER, STANLEY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| ZUROVEC, DARRELL | 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: Las Alturas De Penitas. 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.