Harlingen, TX · 154 beds
5.0CMS rating
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Est. $4,610–$6,910/mo
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Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
320 Lorenaly Dr, Brownsville, TX 78520 · Cameron County
Our committed team of Wellsential Health professionals and caregivers at Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Brownsville, TX are ready to help you live your healthiest life possible.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 86% full (103 of 120 beds occupied on an average day).
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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
Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Brownsville, TX, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 103 residents per day. It operates as part of the Wellsential Health 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, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.01 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 23 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $63,287 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.01 hrs/resident/day)
- •23 deficiencies at last survey
- •$63,287 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Brownsville options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 103
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Wellsential Health
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 676083
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 | $4,610–$6,910/mo (median $5,570) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Brownsville 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
- 3.01
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.41
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 56.5%
- 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)
- 23
- Federal fines
- 2 ($63,287)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (42 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
2025-12-08Severity 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.
2025-12-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-08-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-08-12Severity 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.
2025-08-12Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-08-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-08-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-15 | Fine | $15,940 |
| 2025-05-08 | Fine | $47,347 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
320 Lorenaly Dr, Brownsville, 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 Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
How much does Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center cost?
Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Brownsville, TX area typically runs $4,610–$6,910 per month (median $5,570, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.01 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 42 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 86% full (103 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?
Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Brownsville, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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