Map showing the location of AVIR AT CHILDRESS in CHILDRESS, Texas
1200 7TH ST NW, CHILDRESS, TX, 79201

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
2/5Below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • TexasAbove only 23% of peers1,167 rated homes · average 2.8★
  • United StatesAbove only 20% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point3★+0.2 vs TX avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star1★−1.1 vs TX avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star2★−1.8 vs TX avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles3★Above only 46% of peersTX avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover1★Lowest tier among peersTX avg2.1★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments2★Above only 4% of peersTX avg3.8★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff2.80hrsAbove only 9% of peersTX avg3.40Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.30hrsAbove only 28% of peersTX avg0.44Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better50%Above 50% of peersTX avg51%RN turnover
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$0Above 71% of peersTX avg$55,368Fines · denials0 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
28citations
6inspection dates
0actual harm (G–I)
0immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Nov 25, 2025most recent

Citations by monthFeb 2023 – Nov 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Nov 25, 20251 citationCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Dec 19, 2025
May 14, 202510 citationsCycle 1worst F · no actual harm
  1. F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jun 14, 2025
  2. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Jun 14, 2025
  3. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jun 14, 2025
  4. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalD · isolatedCorrected Jun 14, 2025
  5. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jun 14, 2025
  6. F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jun 14, 2025
  7. F680Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jun 14, 2025
  8. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 14, 2025
  9. F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected Jun 14, 2025
  10. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jun 14, 2025
Feb 20, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 20, 2025
  2. F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 20, 2025
Apr 9, 20248 citationsCycle 2worst F · no actual harm
  1. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Apr 26, 2024
  2. Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Apr 26, 2024
  3. F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Apr 26, 2024
  4. F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Apr 26, 2024
  5. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Apr 26, 2024
  6. F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Apr 26, 2024
  7. F801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Apr 26, 2024
  8. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Apr 26, 2024
Nov 14, 20233 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 11, 2023
  2. F635Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 11, 2023
  3. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Dec 11, 2023
Feb 18, 20234 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Mar 28, 2023
  2. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Mar 28, 2023
  3. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Mar 28, 2023
  4. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Mar 28, 2023

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined2.80hrsAbove only 9% of peers−0.60 vs TX avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.30hrsAbove only 28% of peers−0.14 vs TX avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.98hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours1.51hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.56hrs
  • Texas average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better50%Above 50% of peersTX avg 51%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses onlyNot ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year1Leadership changed
  • Occupancy120 certified beds · ~44 residents a day37%Above only 5% of peersTX avg 67%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $0In fines
  • 0Fines
  • 0Payment denials
  • $55,368TX avg in fines
Above 71% of peersFewer fines than 71% of rated homes in Texas

Actions on record

No fines or payment denialsNothing on record in the current reporting window. Texas facilities average 1.8 penalties.

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Chain
Avir Health Group79 facilities in the chain2.2★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Rural
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Childress County Hospital District
Operational or managerial control
  • Slp Childress, LLC
  • Joshua Leonard
Corporate officers
  • Debra Favor
  • Howard Head
  • Holly Holcomb
  • Larry Johnson
  • Joshua Leonard
  • Emilee Stratton

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 675055 · 1200 7TH ST NW, CHILDRESS, TX, 79201.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Texas and Childress County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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