Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home
1809 N Hwy 87 · Big Spring, TX · 79720 · 4322688387
160 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Texvet
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.45 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.65 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.97 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 41% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $21,252 |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 2, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected March 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · K December 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected December 19, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 11, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 11, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 11, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 11, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected August 25, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D December 1, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E June 7, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected July 3, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 19, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected July 3, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 19, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected July 3, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 19, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 3, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 19, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected July 3, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 24, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 22, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 24, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 22, 2022 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| December 18, 2024 | Fine | $21,252 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 675874 · certified since March 26, 2001. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.