Harlingen, TX · 154 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Harlingen's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $4,610–$6,910/mo
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Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare
4301 S Expressway 83, Harlingen, TX 78550 · Cameron County
81
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 88% full (88 of 100 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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One of Harlingen's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Harlingen, TX, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 88 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 3.03 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.58 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,021 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.03 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Harlingen for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 100
- Avg. residents/day
- 88
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- The Ensign Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 455925
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–$6,910/mo (median $5,570) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Brownsville 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
- 3.03
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.58
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 40.9%
- 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)
- 10
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,021)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-25
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
2026-02-04Severity 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.
2025-12-10Severity 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…
2025-06-25Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2025-06-25Severity D — potential for harmResident 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-12 | Fine | $8,021 |
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
4301 S Expressway 83, Harlingen, TX
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare
How much does Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare cost?
Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Harlingen, TX area typically runs $4,610–$6,910 per month (median $5,570, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare 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 Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare?
Staff provide about 3.03 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare?
Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare have availability?
Typically 88% full (88 of 100 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare offer?
Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Harlingen, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 100 beds.
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