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North Houston Transitional Care

9814 Grant Rd, Houston, TX 77070 · Harris County

It’s all about you at North Houston Transitional Care. Our skilled nursing and assisted living teams are committed to providing the highest-quality care in a safe environment, with the comforts of home.

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 94% full (66 of 70 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Houston

North Houston Transitional Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Houston, TX, with 70 certified beds and an average of about 66 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.64 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.38 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 63.9%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $11,508 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.64 hrs/resident/day)

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: 70
Avg. residents/day: 66
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Pacs Group
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 676434

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
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,650–$7,460/mo (median $5,340)	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: 3.64; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.38; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 63.9%; 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): 0
Federal fines: 1 ($11,508)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-04-30
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (7 citations on record — showing the latest 7). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-08-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2024-08-20Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2024-08-20Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2024-08-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2024-08-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-07-02Severity 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.

2024-02-22Severity 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.

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
2024-08-20	Fine	$11,508

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

9814 Grant Rd, 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 North Houston Transitional Care

How much does North Houston Transitional Care cost?

North 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 North Houston Transitional Care's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at North Houston Transitional Care?

Staff provide about 3.64 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 63.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at North Houston Transitional Care?

North Houston Transitional Care has 7 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does North Houston Transitional Care have availability?

Typically 94% full (66 of 70 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does North Houston Transitional Care offer?

North Houston Transitional Care in Houston, TX offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 70 beds.

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