Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Zapata, Texas
1 of 1 nursing homes in Zapata (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Texas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
59
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Zapata, Texas, is limited, with only one facility available, Falcon Lake Nursing Home, LLC, which holds a B rating and 3 stars. Families should be aware that while the facility is recommended, it may offer fewer options for care in the area.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 FALCON LAKE NURSING HOME, LLC (73) — Falcon Lake Nursing Home stands out with its solid Grade B and a Trust Score of 73/100, reflecting a commitment to quality care. With no fines and a 3★ CMS rating, this for-profit facility prioritizes resident comfort in its 59 beds while maintaining a focus on service excellence.
Recommended
Falcon Lake Nursing Home stands out with its solid Grade B and a Trust Score of 73/100, reflecting a commitment to quality care. With no fines and a 3★ CMS rating, this for-profit facility prioritizes resident comfort in its 59 beds while maintaining a focus on service excellence.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Zapata Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Zapata Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Zapata's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Zapata facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Zapata avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Zapata facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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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 Zapata, TX are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Zapata (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Zapata "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 Zapata?
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.