Mcallen, TX · 93 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Mcallen's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $4,610–$6,900/mo
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Mcallen Transitional Care Center
2109 South K St, Mc Allen, TX 78503 · Hidalgo County
81
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 79% full — openings are usually available.
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 Mc Allen's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Mcallen Transitional Care Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Mc Allen, TX, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 79 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.80 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.33 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 34.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,827 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.80 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Mc Allen for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 100
- Avg. residents/day
- 79
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital district
- Part of a chain
- The Ensign Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 676042
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 | $4,610–$6,900/mo (median $5,560) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local McAllen 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
- 3.80
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.33
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 34.2%
- 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)
- 7
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,827)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2024-12-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-11-25Severity D — 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.
2025-11-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-11-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-11-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-12-12Severity 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.
2024-12-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024-07-31Severity 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-31 | Fine | $8,827 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
2109 South K St, Mc Allen, 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 Mcallen Transitional Care Center
How much does Mcallen Transitional Care Center cost?
Mcallen Transitional Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Mc Allen, TX area typically runs $4,610–$6,900 per month (median $5,560, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Mcallen Transitional Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Mcallen Transitional Care Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Mcallen Transitional Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.80 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 34.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Mcallen Transitional Care Center?
Mcallen Transitional Care Center has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-12-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Mcallen Transitional Care Center have availability?
Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Mcallen Transitional Care Center offer?
Mcallen Transitional Care Center in Mc Allen, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 100 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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