LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER

1700 E SAUNDERS ST, LAREDO, TX 78044 (956) 796-3566
For profit - Corporation 18 Beds Independent Data: November 2025
Trust Grade
80/100
#81 of 1168 in TX
Last Inspection: September 2024

Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.

Overview

Laredo Medical Center has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended among nursing homes. It ranks #81 out of 1,168 facilities in Texas, placing it in the top half, and #2 out of 6 in Webb County, meaning only one other local facility performs better. The facility is newly inspected, so there is no trend data available yet. While staffing is rated at 4 out of 5 stars and it has excellent RN coverage (more than 99% of Texas facilities), the 100% staff turnover is concerning compared to the state average of 50%. Notably, there have been no fines, which is a positive sign. However, a recent inspection found that the kitchen failed to meet food safety standards, including having expired food items and improperly maintained kitchen equipment, which could pose a risk to residents. Overall, while Laredo Medical Center has strong ratings and no fines, families may want to consider the staffing turnover and the recent food safety concerns.

Trust Score
B+
80/100
In Texas
#81/1168
Top 6%
Safety Record
Low Risk
No red flags
Inspections
Too New
0 → 1 violations
Staff Stability
⚠ Watch
100% turnover. Very high, 52 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
Penalties
✓ Good
No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Texas facilities.
Skilled Nurses
✓ Good
Each resident gets 184 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Texas nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
Violations
✓ Good
Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
★★★★★
5.0
Overall Rating
★★★★☆
4.0
Staff Levels
★★★★★
5.0
Care Quality
★★★★★
5.0
Inspection Score
Stable
: 0 issues
2024: 1 issues

The Good

  • 4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
  • 5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record

Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.

The Bad

Staff Turnover: 100%

53pts above Texas avg (47%)

Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity

Staff turnover is very high (100%)

52 points above Texas average of 48%

The Ugly 1 deficiencies on record

Sept 2024 1 deficiency
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Food Safety (Tag F0812)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, interviews and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety for 1 of 1 kitch...

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Based on observation, interviews and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety for 1 of 1 kitchen reviewed for dietary services. 1. The facility failed to ensure that the food items in the refrigerator were not expired. 2. The facility failed to ensure that the equipment used to prepare food was in good condition. These failures could place all residents who received their meals from the kitchen at risk for foodborne illnesses. The findings include: During an observation of the kitchen on 09/03/24 at 3:16 p.m. revealed 11 six-packs of 8 oz tomato juice cans that were expired in February of 2023. The DM said they did not use tomato juice that often and she thought they might have ordered the tomato juice for making drinks during a New Years Eve party and they forgot it was there. During an observation of the refrigerator on 09/03/24 at 3:17 p.m. revealed 40 one- gallon containers of various salad dressings with the expiration date of February 2024. During an interview on 09/03/24 at 3:20 PM the DM said the dressings should have been used before the new merchandise was used. The DM said it was the responsibility of the storeroom clerk to rotate the stock so that the older foods were used before the new foods. The DM said the storeroom clerk should know to rotate the food to reflect first in and first out, however the storeroom clerk quit. The DM said she did not know why the storeroom clerk did not dispose of the expired containers of salad dressing. The DM said they had a new storeroom clerk, but he was still in training. The DM said if they used food that was past its expiration date it could get a lot of people sick. The DM said the person in charge of the salad bar used salad dressing and she would be the one to know if the salad dressing was used on the salad bar. During an interview on 09/03/24 at 3:24 p.m., the DA A said she did not use the large containers of salad dressing; she used the small bottles for the salad bar. The Dietary Aide said she had not used the large containers of salad dressing in a long time. During an observation of the dishwashing area on 09/03/24 at 3:26 p.m. revealed two manual food mills (chinois) with mangled rims hanging on hooks on the wall. The food mills were bent and mangled. In an interview on 09/03/24 at 3:28 p.m. the Chef said the mills looked as if someone had banged them and they were no longer of use. The Chef said the mills were brand new and they could not use them. The Chef said little pieces of metal could be broken off into the food and hurt someone, or even cut whoever was using it because of the sharp edges. The Chef said he would throw them away. In an interview on 09/03/24 at 3:30 p.m. the DM said she would review the in-service the staff on food and supply storage, first in, first out and expiration dates. Record review of facility's Food and Supply Storage revised January 2024 revealed: Most, but not all, products contain an expiration date. do no sell products in retail areas or place on patient trays/resident trays past the date on product. Food past the use by, sell by, best by, or enjoy by date should be discarded. Date and rotate items; first in, first out (FIFO). Discard food past the use-by or expiration date. References: FDA Food Code 2022 Ch. 4, Part 4-2, Subpart 4-202 Cleanability, Section 4-202.11 Food-Contact Surfaces. (A) Multiuse food-contact surfaces shall be: (1) Smooth (2) Free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, and similar imperfections (3) Free of sharp internal angles, corners, and crevices (4) Finished to have smooth welds and joints.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

  • "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
  • "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
  • "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"

Our Honest Assessment

Strengths
  • • Grade B+ (80/100). 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.
  • • Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
Concerns
  • • 100% turnover. Very high, 52 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
Bottom line: Generally positive indicators. Standard due diligence and a personal visit recommended.

About This Facility

What is Laredo Medical Center's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER 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 Laredo Medical Center Staffed?

CMS rates LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 100%, which is 53 percentage points above the Texas average of 47%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 100%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.

What Have Inspectors Found at Laredo Medical Center?

State health inspectors documented 1 deficiencies at LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER during 2024. These included: 1 with potential for harm.

Who Owns and Operates Laredo Medical Center?

LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER 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 18 certified beds and approximately 18 residents (about 100% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in LAREDO, Texas.

How Does Laredo Medical Center Compare to Other Texas Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Texas, LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (100%) is significantly higher than the state average of 47%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Laredo Medical Center?

Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "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?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate.

Is Laredo Medical Center Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER 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 Laredo Medical Center Stick Around?

Staff turnover at LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER is high. At 100%, the facility is 53 percentage points above the Texas average of 47%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 100%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?

Was Laredo Medical Center Ever Fined?

LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER 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 Laredo Medical Center on Any Federal Watch List?

LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER 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.