Nursing home · George West, TX
Live Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
2951 Hwy 281, George West, TX 78022 · (361) 449-2532
Live Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 96-bed government-owned nursing home in George West, Texas (Live Oak County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1993. On average it cares for 77 residents a day (about 80% of its certified beds). It is part of Wellsential Health, a group of 67 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 3 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 | 3.28 | 3.42 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.44 | 0.44 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.91 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 28% | 51% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 14% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | July 8, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 6 below the state average of 10 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 1 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $56,980 |
| 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: Uvalde 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 Live Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
CMS rates Live Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Live Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have?
96 certified beds, with an average of 77 residents a day.
Does Live Oak Nursing and 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 Live Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
(361) 449-2532. Address: 2951 Hwy 281, George West, TX 78022.
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).