Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation
Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation is a 2-star rated nursing home in Waco, TX with 162 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 2/5, staffing 2/5, quality measures 4/5.
The facility has 33 health violations on record. Federal fines total $183,103 across 3 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: December 29, 2023.
Staff turnover rate: 70.6% — 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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Fines and Penalties by Year
2022 3 penalties totaling $183,103
Fine
Fine
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2023 9 violations
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
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.
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
2022 7 violations
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2020 5 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
2019 10 violations
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
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.
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
2018 2 violations
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation
- What violations has Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation received?
- Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation has 33 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 Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation?
- Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation 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 Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation 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 Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation safe?
- Safety at Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation 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 Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation?
- Phone: (254) 752-0311. Address: 2501 Maple Ave, Waco, TX. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation offer?
- Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing facility with 162 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 Waco, TX?
- Compare Ivy Creek Wellness & Rehabilitation with other nursing homes in Waco, 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.
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