The Methodist Hospital SNF
Scout 100Houston, TX · 25 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Houston's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $5,280–$7,920/mo
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Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston
7887 Cambridge St, Houston, TX 77054 · Harris County
<p>Our highly skilled, compassionate associates provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the residents of Houston, TX.</p>
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 38% 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Houston
Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Houston, TX, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 46 residents per day. It operates as part of the Life Care Centers of America network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.99 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.4%, 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 3 federal fines totaling $156,214 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.12 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •$156,214 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Houston, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 46
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Life Care Centers of America
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 675671
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 | $5,280–$7,920/mo (median $6,380) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Houston 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
- 4.12
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.99
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.4%
- 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
- 3 ($156,214)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (17 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
2026-04-06Severity D — 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.
2025-12-09Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-06-19Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2024-07-10Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2024-05-23Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2024-05-23Severity D — potential for harmQuality 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.
2023-11-01Severity H — actual 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-09 | Fine | $50,490 |
| 2024-07-10 | Fine | $54,094 |
| 2023-10-05 | Fine | $51,630 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
7887 Cambridge St, Houston, 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 Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston
How much does Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston cost?
Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Houston, TX area typically runs $5,280–$7,920 per month (median $6,380, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston?
Staff provide about 4.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston?
Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston has 17 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston have availability?
Typically 38% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston offer?
Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Houston in Houston, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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