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Buckner Westminster Place

2201 Horseshoe Ln, Longview, TX 75605 · Gregg County

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 95% full (19 of 20 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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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

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Longview

Buckner Westminster Place is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Longview, TX, with 20 certified beds and an average of about 19 residents per day. It operates as part of the Buckner Retirement Services 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 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.53 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.78 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $29,716 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.53 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•$29,716 in federal fines

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 20
Avg. residents/day: 19
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Buckner Retirement Services
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 676167

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$4,800–$7,180/mo (median $5,790)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,400–$6,770/mo (median $4,840)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Longview 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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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 5.53; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.78; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 39.3%; 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): 4
Federal fines: 2 ($29,716)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-06-04
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-06-04Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

2025-06-04Severity 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.

2025-06-04Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.

2025-06-04Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

2025-03-11Severity H — actual 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.

2025-03-11Severity H — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2024-05-15Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.

2024-05-15Severity 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.

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
2025-03-11	Fine	$10,280
2024-05-09	Fine	$19,436

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
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

2201 Horseshoe Ln, Longview, 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 Buckner Westminster Place

How much does Buckner Westminster Place cost?

Buckner Westminster Place does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Longview, TX area typically runs $4,800–$7,180 per month (median $5,790, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Buckner Westminster Place's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Buckner Westminster Place 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Buckner Westminster Place?

Staff provide about 5.53 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Buckner Westminster Place?

Buckner Westminster Place has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Buckner Westminster Place have availability?

Typically 95% full (19 of 20 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Buckner Westminster Place offer?

Buckner Westminster Place in Longview, TX offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 20 beds.

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