Querencia at Barton Creek
Scout 100Austin, TX · 42 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Austin's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $5,250–$7,880/mo
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Brookdale Lakeway SNF
1917 Lohmans Crossing Rd, Lakeway, TX 78734 · Travis County
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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 51% 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Lakeway
Brookdale Lakeway SNF is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lakeway, TX, with 98 certified beds and an average of about 50 residents per day. It operates as part of the Brookdale Senior Living network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.02 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.74 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $91,420 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.02 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •$91,420 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lakeway options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 98
- Avg. residents/day
- 50
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Brookdale Senior Living
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 676131
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 | $5,250–$7,880/mo (median $6,350) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,640–$7,410/mo (median $5,300) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Austin 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
- 4.02
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.74
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 47.9%
- National avg ≈ 52%
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 ($91,420)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-21
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-08-21Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
2025-08-21Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2025-08-21Severity 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.
2025-08-21Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-08-21Severity 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.
2025-08-21Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
2025-01-14Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor 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.
2024-10-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-14 | Fine | $74,848 |
| 2024-09-01 | Fine | $16,572 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
1917 Lohmans Crossing Rd, Lakeway, TX
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Brookdale Lakeway SNF
How much does Brookdale Lakeway SNF cost?
Brookdale Lakeway SNF does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lakeway, TX area typically runs $5,250–$7,880 per month (median $6,350, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Brookdale Lakeway SNF's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Brookdale Lakeway SNF 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Brookdale Lakeway SNF?
Staff provide about 4.02 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Brookdale Lakeway SNF?
Brookdale Lakeway SNF has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Brookdale Lakeway SNF have availability?
Typically 51% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Brookdale Lakeway SNF offer?
Brookdale Lakeway SNF in Lakeway, TX offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 98 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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