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Mesa Springs Healthcare Center is a 2-star rated nursing home in Abilene, TX with 89 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 3/5, staffing 1/5, quality measures 3/5.

The facility has 39 health violations on record. Federal fines total $73,207 across 3 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: January 16, 2025.

Staff turnover rate: 79.2% — significantly above the national average.

Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Texas public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.

Inspection History Overview

Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data

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Detailed Inspection Reports

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Fines and Penalties by Year

2021 1 penalties totaling $4,095

$4,095

Fine

2019 1 penalties totaling $11,941

$11,941

Fine

2017 1 penalties totaling $57,171

$57,171

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2025 10 violations

Tag 0585 D Jan 16, 2025

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2025
Tag 0644 D Jan 16, 2025

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2025
Tag 0689 D Jan 16, 2025

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2025
Tag 0695 D Jan 16, 2025

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2025
Tag 0755 E Jan 16, 2025

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2025
Tag 0761 D Jan 16, 2025

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, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2025
Tag 0770 E Jan 16, 2025

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2025
Tag 0812 E Jan 16, 2025

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2025
Tag 0813 E Jan 16, 2025

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2025
Tag 0880 E Jan 16, 2025

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2025

2024 2 violations

Tag 0610 D Jun 25, 2024

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Jun 28, 2024
Tag 0657 D Jun 25, 2024

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Jun 28, 2024

2023 8 violations

Tag 0761 D Nov 30, 2023

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, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Dec 1, 2023
Tag 0812 F Nov 30, 2023

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Dec 1, 2023
Tag 0607 D Oct 12, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2023
Tag 0609 D Oct 12, 2023

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2023
Tag 0610 D Oct 12, 2023

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2023
Tag 0656 G Oct 12, 2023

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2023
Tag 0842 D Oct 12, 2023

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2023
Tag 0880 D Oct 12, 2023

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2023

2022 2 violations

Tag 0689 D Aug 17, 2022

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Aug 18, 2022
Tag 0761 E Aug 17, 2022

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, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Aug 18, 2022

2020 4 violations

Tag 0641 E Jan 29, 2020

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

✓ Corrected: Feb 21, 2020
Tag 0655 B Jan 29, 2020

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: Feb 21, 2020
Tag 0726 E Jan 29, 2020

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

✓ Corrected: Feb 21, 2020
Tag 0755 D Jan 29, 2020

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

✓ Corrected: Feb 21, 2020

2019 7 violations

Tag 0689 J Dec 11, 2019

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Dec 11, 2019
Tag 0812 E Sep 12, 2019

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Sep 16, 2019
Tag 0726 B Mar 19, 2019

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

✓ Corrected: Mar 22, 2019
Tag 0698 D Feb 7, 2019

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Mar 22, 2019
Tag 0726 E Feb 7, 2019

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

✓ Corrected: Mar 8, 2019
Tag 0812 F Feb 7, 2019

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Mar 22, 2019
Tag 0880 E Feb 7, 2019

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Mar 8, 2019

2018 1 violations

Tag 0610 E Jun 29, 2018

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Jul 3, 2018

2017 5 violations

Tag 0323 E Nov 16, 2017

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.

✓ Corrected: Dec 15, 2017
Tag 0371 F Nov 16, 2017

Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.

✓ Corrected: Dec 15, 2017
Tag 0224 K Aug 21, 2017

Protect each resident from mistreatment, neglect and misappropriation of personal property.

✓ Corrected: Sep 19, 2017
Tag 0225 K Aug 21, 2017

1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents.

✓ Corrected: Sep 19, 2017
Tag 0226 K Aug 21, 2017

Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property.

✓ Corrected: Sep 19, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions About Mesa Springs Healthcare Center

What violations has Mesa Springs Healthcare Center received?
Mesa Springs Healthcare Center has 39 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of Mesa Springs Healthcare Center?
Mesa Springs Healthcare Center has a 2-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was Mesa Springs Healthcare Center last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is Mesa Springs Healthcare Center safe?
Safety at Mesa Springs Healthcare Center should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact Mesa Springs Healthcare Center?
Phone: (325) 692-8080. Address: 7171 Buffalo Gap Rd, Abilene, TX. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does Mesa Springs Healthcare Center offer?
Mesa Springs Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing facility with 89 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
What are better facilities near Abilene, TX?
Compare Mesa Springs Healthcare Center with other nursing homes in Abilene, TX on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: January 16, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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