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Brenham Healthcare Center

1303 Hwy 290 E, Brenham, TX 77833
Score: 4 / 100
⚠️ SFF Candidate

Brenham Healthcare Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 4/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Texas. Families considering this Brenham facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.

With 2.41 total nurse hours per resident per day, Brenham Healthcare Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent CMS inspections identified 44 deficiencies at Brenham Healthcare Center, including 10 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 4 / 20 pts
1 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 2.41 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.41 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.65 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.35 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 1.83 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.37 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

44
Total Deficiencies
Jan 19, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 34 Moderate 🔴 10 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0689 Severity J
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Jan 19, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0627 Severity D
    Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
    Jan 19, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0558 Severity E
    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    Dec 4, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Dec 4, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0641 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Dec 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 2.6% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 3.1% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 13.3% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 1.3% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 9.6% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 0.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 5.9% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

7 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $164,885

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 4 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Individual
Certified Beds
62
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 4, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
20