MEADOW LAKE HEALTH CENTER
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Meadow Lake Health Center has an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating that it is highly recommended and performs well compared to other facilities. It ranks #94 out of 1,168 nursing homes in Texas, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among 17 facilities in Smith County. The facility's trend is stable, with a consistent number of issues reported over the past two years. Staffing is a relative strength, with a 4 out of 5-star rating and a turnover rate of 50%, which is on par with the state average. Notably, there have been no fines, and the facility boasts more RN coverage than 94% of Texas facilities, enhancing resident care. However, there are some concerns. The inspector found that the facility failed to properly report and investigate incidents of falls and injuries for residents, which could risk neglect and abuse. For instance, one resident was not reported to have fallen and received staples for a head injury, while another's unexplained leg pain went uninvestigated despite evidence of a fracture. These issues highlight the need for improvement in incident reporting and response to ensure resident safety. Overall, while Meadow Lake Health Center has many strengths, families should weigh these concerns carefully when considering care options.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Texas
- #94/1168
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 50% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Texas facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 51 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Texas. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 4 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Texas avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 4 deficiencies on record
May 2025
1 deficiency
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
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
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 immediately notify the resident's physician, and notify, consisten...
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Aug 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for...
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Jul 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
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 ensure that all alleged violations involving abuse, neglect, exploi...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
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 ensure that all alleged violations involving abuse and neglect are t...
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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 (90/100). 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 4 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Meadow Lake's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MEADOW LAKE HEALTH 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 Meadow Lake Staffed?
CMS rates MEADOW LAKE HEALTH CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 50%, compared to the Texas average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 71%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Meadow Lake?
State health inspectors documented 4 deficiencies at MEADOW LAKE HEALTH CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 4 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Meadow Lake?
MEADOW LAKE HEALTH CENTER is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by LIFESPACE COMMUNITIES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 20 certified beds and approximately 27 residents (about 135% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in TYLER, Texas.
How Does Meadow Lake Compare to Other Texas Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Texas, MEADOW LAKE HEALTH CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (50%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Meadow Lake?
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 Meadow Lake Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MEADOW LAKE HEALTH 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 Meadow Lake Stick Around?
MEADOW LAKE HEALTH CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 50%, which is about average for Texas nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Meadow Lake Ever Fined?
MEADOW LAKE HEALTH 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 Meadow Lake on Any Federal Watch List?
MEADOW LAKE HEALTH 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.