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Fort Worth Transitional Care Center

850 12Th Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76104 · Tarrant County

Our committed team of Wellsential Health professionals and caregivers at Fort Worth Transitional Care Center in Fort Worth, TX are ready to help you live your healthiest life possible.

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 62% 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

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Fort Worth, TX, with 136 certified beds and an average of about 85 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: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.28 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.74 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 68.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 17 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $63,951 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 (3.28 hrs/resident/day)
  • High staff turnover (68.1%)
  • 17 deficiencies at last survey
  • $63,951 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Fort Worth options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
136
Avg. residents/day
85
Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Part of a chain
Wellsential Health
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
676255

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$5,530–$8,280/mo (median $6,680)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fort Worth 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
3.28
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.74
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
68.1%
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)
17
Federal fines
4 ($63,951)
Total penalties
5
Last standard survey
2025-02-13
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (50 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2025-09-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom 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.

2025-06-24Severity G — actual harmFrom 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.

2025-06-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

2025-04-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

2025-02-13Severity E — 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.

2025-02-13Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2025-02-13Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2026-04-08Fine$35,220
2025-06-24Fine$8,964
2024-08-16Fine$6,032
2023-07-21Fine$13,735
2023-07-21Payment denial

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
  • Private rooms available

Location

850 12Th Avenue, Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth Transitional Care Center

How much does Fort Worth Transitional Care Center cost?

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fort Worth, TX area typically runs $5,530–$8,280 per month (median $6,680, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Fort Worth Transitional Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Fort Worth Transitional Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Fort Worth Transitional Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.28 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 68.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Fort Worth Transitional Care Center?

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center has 50 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Fort Worth Transitional Care Center have availability?

Typically 62% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Fort Worth Transitional Care Center offer?

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center in Fort Worth, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 136 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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