TRUCARE LIVING CENTERS-COLUMBUS
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
TruCare Living Centers-Columbus has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a high level of care and quality. They rank #160 out of 1,168 nursing facilities in Texas, placing them in the top half, and are the best option among the four facilities in Colorado County. However, the facility's trend is worsening, having increased from two issues in 2024 to four in 2025. Staffing is average with a rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 29%, which is better than the state average. While there have been no fines, which is a positive sign, the coverage from registered nurses is concerning as it is lower than 90% of Texas facilities. Specific incidents include concerns about food sanitation, such as dirty baking sheets and steam pans, which could pose a risk of foodborne illnesses. Additionally, there were issues with maintaining accurate clinical records for residents and ensuring adequate supervision during transfers, leading to avoidable injuries. Overall, while there are strengths in care quality and staff retention, families should be aware of the recent decline in compliance and specific health and safety concerns.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Texas
- #160/1168
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 29% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 19 points below Texas's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Texas facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 13 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Texas. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ○ Average
- 9 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (29%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (29%)
19 points below Texas average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Texas's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 9 deficiencies on record
Feb 2025
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that each resident received adequate supervisio...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record review the facility failed to ensure that its medication error rate was less than ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility were labeled in acco...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain medical records in accordance with accepted p...
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Jan 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident who was incontinent of bladder re...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Garbage Disposal
(Tag F0814)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility must dispose of garbage and refuse properly for 1 of 1 dumpster reviewed for garbage disposal.
-The facility failed to ensure the dumpst...
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Nov 2022
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to coordinate assessments for the PASARR program for 2 of 7 residents...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food under sanitary conditions in 1 of 1 kitchen.
1. The facility did not keep baking s...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain clinical records on each resident in accordance with accep...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (93/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Texas.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Texas facilities.
- • 29% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 19 points below Texas's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Trucare Living Centers-Columbus's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns TRUCARE LIVING CENTERS-COLUMBUS an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Texas, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Trucare Living Centers-Columbus Staffed?
CMS rates TRUCARE LIVING CENTERS-COLUMBUS's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 29%, compared to the Texas average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care. RN turnover specifically is 60%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Trucare Living Centers-Columbus?
State health inspectors documented 9 deficiencies at TRUCARE LIVING CENTERS-COLUMBUS during 2022 to 2025. These included: 9 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Trucare Living Centers-Columbus?
TRUCARE LIVING CENTERS-COLUMBUS is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 104 certified beds and approximately 59 residents (about 57% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in COLUMBUS, Texas.
How Does Trucare Living Centers-Columbus Compare to Other Texas Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Texas, TRUCARE LIVING CENTERS-COLUMBUS's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (29%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Trucare Living Centers-Columbus?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Trucare Living Centers-Columbus Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, TRUCARE LIVING CENTERS-COLUMBUS has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Texas. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Trucare Living Centers-Columbus Stick Around?
Staff at TRUCARE LIVING CENTERS-COLUMBUS tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 29%, the facility is 17 percentage points below the Texas average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly.
Was Trucare Living Centers-Columbus Ever Fined?
TRUCARE LIVING CENTERS-COLUMBUS has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Trucare Living Centers-Columbus on Any Federal Watch List?
TRUCARE LIVING CENTERS-COLUMBUS is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.