Nursing home · Rio Grande City, TX
Starr County Nursing and Transitional Care
5260 Brand St, Rio Grande City, TX 78582 · (888) 707-8277
Starr County Nursing and Transitional Care is a 120-bed government-owned nursing home in Rio Grande City, Texas (Starr County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 2020. On average it cares for 103 residents a day (about 86% of its certified beds). It is part of Wellsential Health, a group of 67 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 | 2.87 | 3.42 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.33 | 0.44 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.56 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 40% | 51% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 12% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | January 13, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 9 below the state average of 10 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 4 |
| 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: Oakbend Medical Center. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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- Mission Nursing and Rehabilitation Center ★★★★★Mission · 33.4 mi · 170 beds
- Mission Valley Nursing and Transitional Care ★★★★★Mission · 33.4 mi · 120 beds
- Briarcliff Nursing and Rehabilitation Center ★★★★★McAllen · 34.7 mi · 194 beds
- Village Healthcare and Rehabilitation ★★★★★McAllen · 35.3 mi · 114 beds
Common questions
What is the star rating of Starr County Nursing and Transitional Care?
CMS rates Starr County Nursing and Transitional Care 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for health inspections, 1 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Starr County Nursing and Transitional Care have?
120 certified beds, with an average of 103 residents a day.
Does Starr County Nursing and Transitional Care 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 Starr County Nursing and Transitional Care?
(888) 707-8277. Address: 5260 Brand St, Rio Grande City, TX 78582.
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).