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Amarillo Medical Lodge

9 Medical Dr, Amarillo, TX 79106 · Potter County

5.0CMS overall rating(806) 352-2731Visit website ↗
80
Strong
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 66% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Amarillo's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Amarillo Medical Lodge is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Amarillo, TX, with 102 certified beds and an average of about 67 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Amarillo for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
102
Avg. residents/day
67
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
The Ensign Group
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
675282

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$4,920–$7,370/mo (median $5,940)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Amarillo prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
4
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2026-03-12
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-12Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-01-09Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2025-01-09Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-01-09Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-05-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure 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, compar…

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Daily activities & events
  • 24-hour staff

Location

9 Medical Dr, Amarillo, TX

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Amarillo Medical Lodge

How much does Amarillo Medical Lodge cost?

Amarillo Medical Lodge does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Amarillo, TX area typically runs $4,920–$7,370 per month (median $5,940, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Amarillo Medical Lodge's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Amarillo Medical Lodge 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

What did inspectors find at Amarillo Medical Lodge?

Amarillo Medical Lodge has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Amarillo Medical Lodge have availability?

Typically 66% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Amarillo Medical Lodge offer?

Amarillo Medical Lodge in Amarillo, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 102 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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