B

LAMUN-LUSK-SANCHEZ TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME

1809 N HWY 87, BIG SPRING, TX 79720
Score: 71 / 100

Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 71/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Big Spring facility ranks in the 81th percentile among Texas nursing homes.

Staffing at Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home is near the national average, with 3.52 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 24 deficiencies at Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.52 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.70 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.61 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.20 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.00 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.51 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

24
Total Deficiencies
Mar 26, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 23 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Mar 26, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity D
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Feb 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0806 Severity K
    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing
    Dec 17, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0578 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and
    Jul 10, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Jul 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 1.8% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 5.6% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 12.9% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.4% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 14.4% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 2.4% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 24.8% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $21,252

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 71 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -2 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
160
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 10, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11