Sulphur Springs Health and Rehabilitation, located in Sulphur Springs, TX, is a large facility with 128 beds and for-profit, corporate ownership. The facility participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs. It offers short-term rehabilitation services for patients recovering from hospital stays, as well as long-term care for residents who require daily assistance with medical and non-medical needs. The facility has received an overall rating of 2 out of 5, with an average rating for short-term rehabilitation and a below average rating for long-term care.
Recent data from July 2023 and earlier show that 54.7% of residents were able to return home after being discharged from the facility. While emergency room visits were noted for 17.5% of short-term residents, the facility had a low rate of falls resulting in major injuries and an overall low potential for harm to residents. However, the facility has been cited for several violations during state health inspections, including failures to provide appropriate care, develop comprehensive care plans, and ensure the safety and comfort of residents and staff.
This nursing home has also faced violations related to food preparation, maintenance of medical records, and safeguarding resident-identifiable information. In one instance, the facility failed to provide enough food/fluids to maintain residents' health, and in another, they did not properly safeguard resident-identifiable information. The facility paid a fine of $11,035 in the last three years due to these violations.
Despite these issues, Sulphur Springs Health and Rehabilitation has maintained a high level of nurse staffing consistency, with a registered nurse on site for at least 8 hours on 99.5% of days. The facility also scored well on measures related to resident self-care, with 82.0% of residents maintaining the ability to perform daily activities without assistance. It is important for individuals considering this facility to thoroughly research and confirm information about costs, payment options, and the quality of care provided before making a decision about long-term care options.