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Palo Duro Nursing Home

405 S Collins St, Claude, TX 79019 · Armstrong County

Palo Duro Nursing, established in 1986, is a skilled nursing, long-term care, and rehabilitation facility dedicated to providing round-the-clock quality healthcare services to Texas Panhandle residents. We pride ourselves on creating a unique, comfortable small-town atmosphere for your loved one, ensuring they receive…

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 53% 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Claude

Palo Duro Nursing Home is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Claude, TX, with 66 certified beds and an average of about 35 residents per day. It operates as part of the Gulf Coast Ltc Partners network.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.05 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 78.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.05 hrs/resident/day)
•High staff turnover (78.6%)

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 66
Avg. residents/day: 35
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Gulf Coast Ltc Partners
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 455641

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	$4,920–$7,370/mo (median $5,940)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Amarillo 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: 3.05; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.47; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 78.6%; 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: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-08-20
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-20Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

2025-08-20Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.

2025-07-15Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies

Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.

2024-07-30Severity F — 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
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Fitness center
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

405 S Collins St, Claude, 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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3.5

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Common questions about Palo Duro Nursing Home

How much does Palo Duro Nursing Home cost?

Palo Duro Nursing Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Claude, TX area typically runs $4,920–$7,370 per month (median $5,940, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Palo Duro Nursing Home's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Palo Duro Nursing Home 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Palo Duro Nursing Home?

Staff provide about 3.05 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 78.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Palo Duro Nursing Home?

Palo Duro Nursing Home has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Palo Duro Nursing Home have availability?

Typically 53% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Palo Duro Nursing Home offer?

Palo Duro Nursing Home in Claude, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 66 beds.

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