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The Buckingham is a 4-star rated nursing home in Houston, TX with 92 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 3/5, staffing 5/5, quality measures 2/5.

The facility has 25 health violations on record. Federal fines total $160,023 across 70 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: March 29, 2025.

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

Our Coverage of The Buckingham

The Buckingham: Immediate Jeopardy Violation, TX Sep 19, 2025

Inspection History Overview

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

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Detailed Inspection Reports

Notice: These are official CMS inspection narratives containing detailed regulatory findings. This information is not available in searchable format anywhere else online.

Health Inspection
Complaint Investigation

Fines and Penalties by Year

2025 1 penalties totaling $21,645

$21,645

Fine

2023 5 penalties totaling $4,545

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

2022 35 penalties totaling $93,595

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$13,636

Fine

$13,739

Fine

$13,636

Fine

$4,580

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,580

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,580

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,580

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,580

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,580

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$4,580

Fine

$4,545

Fine

$22,830

Fine

$13,739

Fine

$13,636

Fine

$12,923

Fine

$12,827

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

2021 25 penalties totaling $26,485

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$3,931

Fine

$3,603

Fine

$3,275

Fine

$2,948

Fine

$2,620

Fine

$2,275

Fine

$1,950

Fine

$1,625

Fine

2020 3 penalties totaling $2,948

$1,310

Fine

$983

Fine

$655

Fine

2018 1 penalties totaling $10,805

$10,805

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2025 3 violations

Tag 0580 J Mar 29, 2025

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

Tag 0684 J Mar 29, 2025

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

Tag 0677 E Feb 26, 2025

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2025

2024 3 violations

Tag 0638 D Jul 25, 2024

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

✓ Corrected: Aug 23, 2024
Tag 0656 E Jul 25, 2024

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 23, 2024
Tag 0812 D Jul 25, 2024

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 23, 2024

2023 5 violations

Tag 0640 E Jun 1, 2023

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

✓ Corrected: Jul 14, 2023
Tag 0759 E Jun 1, 2023

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

✓ Corrected: Jul 14, 2023
Tag 0760 E Jun 1, 2023

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Jul 14, 2023
Tag 0761 E Jun 1, 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: Jul 14, 2023
Tag 0812 E Jun 1, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: Jul 14, 2023

2022 2 violations

Tag 0684 E Mar 25, 2022

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

✓ Corrected: Apr 15, 2022
Tag 0761 D Mar 25, 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: Apr 15, 2022

2019 3 violations

Tag 0761 D Nov 15, 2019

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 15, 2019
Tag 0812 F Nov 15, 2019

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

✓ Corrected: Dec 15, 2019
Tag 0880 E Nov 15, 2019

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Dec 15, 2019

2018 7 violations

Tag 0609 D Nov 8, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Dec 6, 2018
Tag 0610 D Nov 8, 2018

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Dec 6, 2018
Tag 0657 D Nov 8, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Dec 6, 2018
Tag 0697 G Nov 8, 2018

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Dec 6, 2018
Tag 0755 E Nov 8, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Dec 6, 2018
Tag 0759 E Nov 8, 2018

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

✓ Corrected: Dec 6, 2018
Tag 0812 E Nov 8, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Dec 6, 2018

2017 2 violations

Tag 0225 E May 31, 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: Jul 7, 2017
Tag 0309 E May 31, 2017

Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .

✓ Corrected: May 31, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions About The Buckingham

What violations has The Buckingham received?
The Buckingham has 25 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 The Buckingham?
The Buckingham has a 4-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an above-average rating, indicating better quality care compared to most nursing homes. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was The Buckingham 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 The Buckingham safe?
Safety at The Buckingham 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 The Buckingham?
Phone: (713) 979-3777. Address: 8580 Woodway Drive, Houston, TX. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does The Buckingham offer?
The Buckingham is a skilled nursing facility with 92 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 Houston, TX?
Compare The Buckingham with other nursing homes in Houston, 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: March 29, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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