Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in El Paso, Texas
2 of 21 nursing homes in El Paso (10%) meet our strict criteria. The Texas statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 5 caution · 14 avoid · data
City Average
2.1
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
2,425
across 21 facilities
High Risk Facilities
14
12 Grade F
$1,101,953 in combined fines
Zero Fines
8
/21
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in El Paso, Texas, is adequate but has significant concerns, with 14 out of 21 facilities accumulating over $1 million in fines. Families should carefully consider their options, as only 2 facilities are recommended for quality care, with OASIS NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER being the top choice.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 OASIS NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER (83) — Oasis Nursing & Rehabilitation Center boasts an outstanding CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid B+ grade, this facility excels in providing personalized rehabilitation services, making it a top choice for those in need of skilled nursing care.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 AMBROSIO GUILLEN TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME (70) — Ambrosio Guillen Texas State Veterans Home is dedicated to serving our veterans with a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. Its B grade and commitment to zero fines demonstrate a focus on quality care in a supportive community setting tailored for veterans.
The other 19 El Paso facilities didn't qualify — 14 carry Grade D or F ratings and 13 have fines totaling $1.1M.
Recommended
Oasis Nursing & Rehabilitation Center boasts an outstanding CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid B+ grade, this facility excels in providing personalized rehabilitation services, making it a top choice for those in need of skilled nursing care.
Ambrosio Guillen Texas State Veterans Home is dedicated to serving our veterans with a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. Its B grade and commitment to zero fines demonstrate a focus on quality care in a supportive community setting tailored for veterans.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | El Paso Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.1 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 19?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 12 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 13 Have fines totaling $1,101,953
- Low-scoring facilities
- 7 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 5 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions El Paso Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
El Paso's city average is 2.1 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
13 of 21 El Paso facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; El Paso avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
El Paso facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
Houston has strong options, but nearby cities add even more choices
Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in El Paso, TX are recommended?
2 of 21 nursing homes in El Paso (10%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in El Paso "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in El Paso?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.