McAllen Transitional Care Center
2109 South K St · Mc Allen, TX · 78503 · 9566869100
100 certified beds Government - Hospital district Chain: The Ensign Group
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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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.
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: 4 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.80 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.33 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.24 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,827 |
Inspection citations (16 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 22, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected December 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected February 10, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2023
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 14, 2022
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 14, 2022
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 15, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 14, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 25, 2022 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| July 31, 2024 | Fine | $8,827 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 676042 · certified since January 20, 2005. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.