Meadow Lake Health Center
Scout 95Tyler, TX · 20 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Very limited availability
One of Tyler's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $4,940–$7,400/mo
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Avir at Lindale
13905 Fm 2710, Lindale, TX 75771 · Smith County
14
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available.
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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Avir at Lindale is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Lindale, TX, with 122 certified beds and an average of about 101 residents per day. It operates as part of the Avir Health Group network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.15 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.39 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 14 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $754,374 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.15 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •High staff turnover (66.3%)
- •14 deficiencies at last survey
- •$754,374 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lindale options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 122
- Avg. residents/day
- 101
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital district
- Part of a chain
- Avir Health Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 745021
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 | $4,940–$7,400/mo (median $5,970) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Tyler 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
- 4.15
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.39
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 66.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 14
- Federal fines
- 5 ($754,374)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (37 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-23Severity E — 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.
2026-02-10Severity F — 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.
2026-02-10Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2026-02-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
2026-02-10Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
2026-02-10Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
2026-02-10Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits.
2026-01-08Severity 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-29 | Fine | $12,425 |
| 2025-02-12 | Fine | $168,062 |
| 2024-06-28 | Fine | $196,740 |
| 2024-06-04 | Fine | $115,764 |
| 2024-04-13 | Fine | $261,383 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
13905 Fm 2710, Lindale, 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 Lindale
How much does Avir at Lindale cost?
Avir at Lindale does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lindale, TX area typically runs $4,940–$7,400 per month (median $5,970, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Avir at Lindale's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Avir at Lindale 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Avir at Lindale?
Staff provide about 4.15 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Avir at Lindale?
Avir at Lindale has 37 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Avir at Lindale have availability?
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Avir at Lindale offer?
Avir at Lindale in Lindale, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 122 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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