Nursing home · Athens, TX
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
711 Lucas Drive, Athens, TX 75751 · (903) 675-8538
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 132-bed government-owned nursing home in Athens, Texas (Henderson County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1994. On average it cares for 57 residents a day (about 43% of its certified beds). It is part of Creative Solutions in Healthcare, a group of 150 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars; the average in Texas is 2.8.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | Texas avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 2.93 | 3.42 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.40 | 0.44 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.49 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 46% | 51% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 29% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 1 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | June 3, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 8 below the state average of 10 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 2 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Government - Hospital district. Legal business name: Fannin County Hospital Authority. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
CMS rates Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center have?
132 certified beds, with an average of 57 residents a day.
Does Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
(903) 675-8538. Address: 711 Lucas Drive, Athens, TX 75751.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).