San Antonio, TX · 80 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of San Antonio's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $5,070–$7,610/mo
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Avir at Bandera
222 Fm 1077, Bandera, TX 78003 · Bandera County
Expert skilled nursing, rehab & long‑term care in Texas. Compassionate, patient‑centered services at Avir Health Group.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 69% 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.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Bandera
Avir at Bandera is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bandera, TX, with 118 certified beds and an average of about 82 residents per day. It operates as part of the Avir Health Group network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.61 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.39 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $100,293 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (2.61 hrs/resident/day)
- •$100,293 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Bandera, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 118
- Avg. residents/day
- 82
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Avir Health Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 676233
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 care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $5,070–$7,610/mo (median $6,130) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Antonio prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 2.61
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.39
- National avg ≈ 0.75
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 6
- Federal fines
- 2 ($100,293)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-21
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (17 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-02-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-04-05Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
2025-04-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2025-03-21Severity E — 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.
2025-03-21Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
2025-03-21Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-03-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-21 | Fine | $86,444 |
| 2024-06-20 | Fine | $13,849 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
222 Fm 1077, Bandera, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Avir at Bandera
How much does Avir at Bandera cost?
Avir at Bandera does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bandera, TX area typically runs $5,070–$7,610 per month (median $6,130, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Avir at Bandera's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Avir at Bandera 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Avir at Bandera?
Staff provide about 2.61 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Avir at Bandera?
Avir at Bandera has 17 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Avir at Bandera have availability?
Typically 69% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Avir at Bandera offer?
Avir at Bandera in Bandera, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 118 beds.
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