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Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

5502 W 4TH St, Lubbock, TX 79416 · Lubbock County

1.0CMS overall rating(806) 793-1111Visit website ↗
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 67% 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 low federal rating — review the details closely

Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Lubbock, TX, with 114 certified beds and an average of about 76 residents per day. It operates as part of the Creative Solutions in Healthcare network.

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

Staff provide about 3.46 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.33 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $19,546 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.46 hrs/resident/day)
  • 13 deficiencies at last survey
  • CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lubbock options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
114
Avg. residents/day
76
Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Part of a chain
Creative Solutions in Healthcare
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
675527

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$4,890–$7,340/mo (median $5,910)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lubbock 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
3.46
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.33
National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
Health deficiencies (last survey)
13
Federal fines
2 ($19,546)
Total penalties
2
Last standard survey
2024-11-07
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (34 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-22Severity 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.

2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2025-08-15Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-08-15Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2025-08-15Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.

2025-08-15Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-08-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom 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.

2025-07-03Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2025-08-15Fine$10,546
2024-12-12Fine$9,000

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • 24-hour staff

Location

5502 W 4TH St, Lubbock, 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 Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

How much does Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center cost?

Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lubbock, TX area typically runs $4,890–$7,340 per month (median $5,910, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 3.46 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 34 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 67% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offer?

Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Lubbock, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 114 beds.

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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