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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Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio
5027 Pecan Grove, San Antonio, TX 78222 · Bexar County
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 27% 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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in San Antonio, TX, with 222 certified beds and an average of about 61 residents per day. It operates as part of the Creative Solutions in Healthcare 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, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.28 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.34 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 24 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $269,060 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. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
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 (3.28 hrs/resident/day)
- •24 deficiencies at last survey
- •$269,060 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 San Antonio options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 222
- Avg. residents/day
- 61
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital district
- Part of a chain
- Creative Solutions in Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 455390
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
- 3.28
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.34
- National avg ≈ 0.75
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) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 24
- Federal fines
- 3 ($269,060)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-29
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (48 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-05Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2026-02-13Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2026-01-16Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2026-01-16Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2025-10-06Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-10-06Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-10-06Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-10-06Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-13 | Fine | $22,320 |
| 2026-01-16 | Fine | $14,020 |
| 2025-08-29 | Fine | $232,720 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
5027 Pecan Grove, San Antonio, 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 Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio
How much does Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio cost?
Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the San Antonio, 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 Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio?
Staff provide about 3.28 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 Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio?
Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio has 48 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio have availability?
Typically 27% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio offer?
Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab-San Antonio in San Antonio, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 222 beds.
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