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The Heights of North Houston
303 Hollow Tree Lane, Houston, TX 77090 · CMS Certification Number (CCN) 676356
At a glance
- CMS overall rating
- ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5
- Health inspection citations
- 26 in the last 3 inspection cycles (2 immediate jeopardy, 1 actual harm, 10 from complaints)
- Fire safety citations
- 9
- Fines (last 3 years)
- 2 fines, total $31,541
- Payment denials
- 1
- Most recent standard inspection
- May 8, 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 25, 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 | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 | 2.7 | 3 |
| Health inspections | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 | 1.9 | 2.9 |
| Quality measures | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | 3.7 | 3.6 |
| Long-stay quality | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
| Short-stay quality | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
Averages: CMS State and US Averages: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 25, 2026
Health inspections
| Inspection cycle | Standard survey date | Health citations | From standard survey | From complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (most recent) | May 8, 2025 | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Cycle 2 | March 1, 2024 | 8 | 6 | 5 |
CMS weighted health inspection score: 120.25 (lower is better; it counts citation severity, complaints and repeat revisits). Citations from infection control inspections: Not published. How to read these citations
26 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.
June 18, 2026: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/19/2026 |
May 19, 2026: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/20/2026 |
March 31, 2026: 3 citations (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/20/2026 |
| E | 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 04/20/2026 |
| J | F-0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/20/2026 |
June 27, 2025: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E | 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 07/25/2025 |
May 8, 2025: 5 citations (Standard + Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E | F-0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/01/2025 |
| F | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 07/01/2025 |
| 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 06/01/2025 |
| D | F-0761 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/01/2025 |
| E | F-0584 | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/01/2025 |
March 1, 2024: 6 citations (Standard + Complaint)
| 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 03/08/2024 |
| E | F-0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/01/2024 |
| 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 | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/01/2024 |
| E | F-0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/08/2024 |
| 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 | Standard + Complaint | Past Non-Compliance Corrected 05/24/2023 |
| D | F-0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/01/2024 |
December 30, 2022: 9 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 02/03/2023 |
| C | F-0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/03/2023 |
| 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 02/03/2023 |
| E | F-0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/03/2023 |
| E | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/03/2023 |
| E | F-0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/03/2023 |
| G | F-0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/03/2023 |
| D | F-0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/03/2023 |
| D | F-0584 | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/03/2023 |
Source: CMS Health Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 25, 2026
Fire safety inspections
9 fire safety citations across 3 inspection dates
| Date | Severity | Tag | What was cited | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2025 | E | K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/01/2025 |
| 05/08/2025 | E | K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/01/2025 |
| 05/08/2025 | D | K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/01/2025 |
| 05/08/2025 | E | K-0351 | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/01/2025 |
| 05/08/2025 | E | K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/10/2025 |
| 03/01/2024 | 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 04/01/2024 |
| 03/01/2024 | F | K-0712 | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/01/2024 |
| 12/30/2022 | E | K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/30/2022 |
| 12/30/2022 | E | K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/30/2022 |
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 25, 2026
Penalties
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Payment denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2026 | Fine | $23,520 | — |
| March 31, 2026 | Payment Denial | — | Starting May 2, 2026, 18 days |
| March 1, 2024 | Fine | $8,021 | — |
Source: CMS Penalties: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 25, 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 | 0.84 | Not published | Not published |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.1 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.96 | Not published | Not published |
| RN hours per resident per day, weekends | 0.18 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 48.2 | 55.3 | 45.8 |
| Registered nurse turnover (%) | 50 | 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 25, 2026
Facility details
- Legal business name
- Liberty County Hospital District No 1
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Chain
- Touchstone Communities (25 facilities)
- Ownership changed in last 12 months
- No
- Certified beds
- 131
- Average residents per day
- 94.1
- 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
- January 23, 2014
- County/parish
- Harris
Source: CMS Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 25, 2026
Owners and managers reported to CMS
14 ownership and management records
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT NO 1 | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | undefined undefined, NaN |
| STRATTON, CHARLES | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| 303 HOLLOW TREE LN OPCO LLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| FREUND, NOCHUM | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| TRAVITSKY, AARON | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| DAGAN, AMITAI | INDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| GOLDBERGER, ABRAHAM | INDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| GOLDBERGER, FAIGY | INDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| 303 HOLLOW TREE LN OPCO LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| 303 HOLLOW TREE LN PROPERTY OWNER LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| WELLTOWER INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| WELLTOWER NNN GROUP, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| WELLTOWER OP, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| GUERRERO, TERESA | 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 25, 2026
Check it yourself
- Medicare Care Compare: The Heights of North Houston. 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 25, 2026. Not a ranking or endorsement.