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Houston Transitional Care

8550 Jason Street, Houston, TX 77074 · Harris County

Houston Transitional Care provides 24/7 personalized healthcare services and onsite DaVita Dialysis in Houston, Texas.

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (67 of 70 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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.

One of Houston's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Houston Transitional Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Houston, TX, with 70 certified beds and an average of about 67 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.38 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.72 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 61%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.38 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 70
Avg. residents/day: 67
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Pacs Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 676435

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	$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

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.38; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.72; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 61%; 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): 5
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-06-01
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

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.

2024-06-01Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-06-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

2024-06-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2024-06-01Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2024-06-01Severity C — minimalNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2023-05-11Severity E — potential for harmResident 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

2023-05-11Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2023-05-11Severity D — 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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

8550 Jason Street, 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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Common questions about Houston Transitional Care

How much does Houston Transitional Care cost?

Houston Transitional Care 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 Houston Transitional Care's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Houston Transitional Care?

Staff provide about 4.38 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 61% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Houston Transitional Care?

Houston Transitional Care has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-06-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Houston Transitional Care have availability?

Typically 96% full (67 of 70 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 Houston Transitional Care offer?

Houston Transitional Care in Houston, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 70 beds.

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