Total health inspections
5
Texas average 7.4
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Nursing Home
Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Nursing Home
Overview of Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Located in the beautiful neighborhood of Harlingen, TX, Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare is an esteemed senior living community that offers memory care, skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation care, and long-term care services. Having a well-trained and compassionate team, residents can receive the caliber of care and services catering to their immediate needs and concerns.
Explore its state-of-the-art services from its well-knowledgeable and experienced rehabilitation team composed of physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, language pathologists, and rehab aide/technicians. The community is dedicated to elevating its return to home goal with a person-centered and holistic approach. With this, residents are taken care of well by determining the best treatment action plan and letting them maximize their living arrangements. At Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare, seniors are assured of extraordinary care and support.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
100
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
81.2%
Residents per day (avg)
87
Occupancy rate
81.2%
Residents per day (avg)
87
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
58% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Governmental home
Facility District
Home revenue
$13.9M
Surplus of revenue
$2.6M
Governmental home
Facility District
Home revenue
$13,878,618.00
Surplus of revenue
$2,629,485.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.2M
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
54 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 33 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Services
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing
License Date
January 4, 2025
License Expiration
January 4, 2028
Additional licensing details
License number:
307272
Year opened:
9/1/1971
County:
CAMERON
Ownership & operating entity
Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare is administrated by RANDY O ELKINS.
Management company:
HARLINGEN HEALTHCARE, INC
Owner:
FANNIN COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY
Ownership type:
HOSPITAL DISTRICT/AUTHORITY
Type Of Units
Medicaid and Medicare
100 units
Total beds
100 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Administrator email:
[email protected]
Care Services
Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Programs & Activities
Activities
Monthly activity calendar packed with options designed to help residents stay active.
Specific Programs
In-House Therapy, Skilled Nursing, Stay Active, Videos & Photos
Religious Services
Yes
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Nutritious satisfying menus are provided.
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Total Residents: 100
Building Type: Single-story
Types of Care at Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Nursing Home
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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The information below is reported by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare
-31%
-18%
+28%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Harlingen
100
No
33
HARLINGEN HEALTHCARE, INC.
81.2%
$13,876,974.00
$5,022,875.00
36.2%
86.50
2.9604
1
12
1
-31%-18%+28%
Ebony Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
+11%
-18%
-7%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Brownsville
122
No
63
REGENCY IHS OF EBONY LAKE LLC
59.3%
$6,131,614.00
$2,833,753.00
46.2%
88.00
2.9782
-
15
-
+11%-18%-7%
Alta Vista Rehabilitation and Healthcare
-36%
-10%
+29%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Brownsville
100
No
71
BROWNSVILLE CARE ASSOCIATES, INC
82.0%
$12,084,404.00
$4,455,937.00
36.9%
79.70
3.2565
2
16
4
-36%-10%+29%
Mid Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation
-77%
-25%
+19%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Mercedes
123
No
25
ROEL, ALICE
75.3%
$11,674,112.00
$3,454,976.00
29.6%
80.40
2.7193
2
22
4
-77%-25%+19%
Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
+20%
-27%
+28%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Brownsville
120
No
34
REGENCY IHS OF BROWNSVILLE LLC
81.2%
$9,198,367.00
$3,241,010.00
35.2%
111.10
2.6430
2
40
3
+20%-27%+28%
Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Harlingen
Bed Count:
100
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
HARLINGEN HEALTHCARE, INC.
CCN:
455925
Occupancy:
81.2%
Home Revenue:
$13,876,974.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,022,875.00
Payroll %:
36.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
86.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.9604
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
12
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-31%
-31%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-18%
-18%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+28%
+28%
Ebony Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Brownsville
Bed Count:
122
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
REGENCY IHS OF EBONY LAKE LLC
CCN:
675635
Occupancy:
59.3%
Home Revenue:
$6,131,614.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,833,753.00
Payroll %:
46.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
88.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.9782
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
15
RN share vs State Avg:
+11%
+11%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-18%
-18%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Alta Vista Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Brownsville
Bed Count:
100
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
BROWNSVILLE CARE ASSOCIATES, INC
CCN:
455625
Occupancy:
82.0%
Home Revenue:
$12,084,404.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,455,937.00
Payroll %:
36.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
79.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2565
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
16
Severe Citations:
4
RN share vs State Avg:
-36%
-36%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+29%
+29%
Mid Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Mercedes
Bed Count:
123
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
ROEL, ALICE
CCN:
676414
Occupancy:
75.3%
Home Revenue:
$11,674,112.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,454,976.00
Payroll %:
29.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
80.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.7193
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
22
Severe Citations:
4
RN share vs State Avg:
-77%
-77%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-25%
-25%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+19%
+19%
Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Brownsville
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
REGENCY IHS OF BROWNSVILLE LLC
CCN:
676083
Occupancy:
81.2%
Home Revenue:
$9,198,367.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,241,010.00
Payroll %:
35.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
111.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.6430
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
40
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
+20%
+20%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-27%
-27%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+28%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
116
Total Staff
114
Employees
2
Contractors
37,509
Total Hours (Quarter)
50
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 10.5 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 10.1 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 8.1 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
66 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
8 staff
8.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
28 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
6 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.1%
of total hours from contractors
49 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 0 | 34 | 12,662 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 4,518 | 91 | 100% | 10.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,293 | 68 | 75% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,703 | 73 | 80% | 7.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,057 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,898 | 87 | 96% | 10.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,820 | 73 | 80% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,507 | 72 | 79% | 7.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,433 | 66 | 73% | 7.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,210 | 64 | 70% | 9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,085 | 64 | 70% | 9.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 760 | 87 | 96% | 8.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 668 | 71 | 78% | 6.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 511 | 62 | 68% | 8.1 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 4 | 0 | 4 | 413 | 29 | 32% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 404 | 46 | 51% | 8.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 41 | 5 | 5% | 8.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 5% | 1.6 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
12
Citations per inspection
2.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
4 of 12 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 12 resulted from complaint investigations; and 4 of 12 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
50% better than Texas averageTexas average: 2
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Texas averageTexas average: 0.4
1 critical citation
0 serious citations
11 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Jun 25, 2025
Corrected
Environmental moderate citation
Jun 25, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Jun 25, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Jun 25, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Ensign Services
Resident Census by Payment Source
87
Total Residents
Medicare
22
(25.3%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
61
(70.1%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
4
(4.6%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.0
39% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 8.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.1
25% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 16.0
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.1%
12% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 16.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
29.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
29.3%
81% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 16.2%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
12.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
12.8%
18% better than Texas averageTexas average: 15.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.4%
58% better than Texas averageTexas average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.2%
51% better than Texas averageTexas average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
13% better than Texas averageTexas average: 0.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
9.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
9.1%
162% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 3.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
10.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
10.9%
278% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 2.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
82% better than Texas averageTexas average: 7.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Texas averageTexas average: 97.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Texas averageTexas average: 97.9%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.23
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.23
5% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 2.13
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.86
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.86
58% better than Texas averageTexas average: 2.07
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
11% better than Texas averageTexas average: 90.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
70% better than Texas averageTexas average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
14% better than Texas averageTexas average: 88.0%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
20.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
20.0%
23% better than Texas averageTexas average: 25.9%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
4.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
4.7%
61% better than Texas averageTexas average: 12.0%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.9%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.9%
145% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
53.6%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
53.6%
In line with Texas averageTexas average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
45.8%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
45.8%
9% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$8K
90% lower than Texas averageTexas average: $80K
Number of fines
1
60% fewer fines than Texas averageTexas average: 2.5
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Texas averageTexas average: 0.2
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$8K
Texas average
$80K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 12, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 12, 2024
$8K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
81.2%
↑ 2.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
$2,629,485
↑ ~$126K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,631,630
↑ ~$537K vs 2022
Profit Margin
19.0%
↓ 2.9pp vs 2022
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