Memorial City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
1341 Blalock · Houston, TX · 77055 · 7134687821
187 certified beds Government - Hospital district Chain: Wellsential Health
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (2 citations).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $52,734 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$52,734 in federal fines in the last 24 months
3 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.21 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.29 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.21 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.93 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 51% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 4 · $73,699 |
Inspection citations (32 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 28, 2026
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 28, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 28, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 28, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 28, 2026
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 28, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 28, 2026
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E November 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected November 20, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E July 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected July 10, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected February 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 17, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected February 17, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected January 27, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 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 January 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G January 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · K September 23, 2024 · 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 September 26, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · K September 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected September 26, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 26, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected August 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 5, 2024 · Environmental
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 28, 2026 | Fine | $9,301 |
| January 15, 2025 | Fine | $21,057 |
| September 23, 2024 | Fine | $22,376 |
| May 19, 2024 | Fine | $20,965 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 676258 · certified since September 28, 2010. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.