Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation
6500 Brush Country Rd, Austin, TX 78749 · CCN 675118
Ratings
- Overall
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1
- Health inspection
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1
- Quality measures
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Staffing
- ★★★☆☆ 3
Facility
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Certified beds
- 118
- Avg residents/day
- 81.6
- Phone
- 5128925774
Inspection history vs Texas & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | Texas avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-08-21 | 24 | 9.1 | 9.5 | +14.9 worse |
| 2 | 2024-07-23 | 11 | 9.4 | 9.8 | +1.6 worse |
| 3 | 2023-06-15 | 10 | 8.1 | 9.3 | +1.9 worse |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Quality of life and care | 4 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 6 |
| Nursing and physician services | 1 |
| Resident rights | 3 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 2 |
| Pharmacy service | 5 |
| Environmental | 1 |
| Administration | 1 |
| Infection control | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 3.33 | 69.7% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 0.61 | 85.7% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 4.14 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $143,157
- Number of fines
- 3
- Number of penalties
- 4
- Payment denials
- 1
Chain
- Chain
- DYNASTY HEALTHCARE GROUP
- Facilities in chain
- 5
- Chain avg overall
- 2.40 / 5
Inspection citations (45)2 immediate jeopardy1 actual harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2026-01-07 · Health · corrected 2026-01-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2025-11-11 · Health · corrected 2025-11-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2025-11-11 · Health · corrected 2025-11-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.2025-10-04 · Health · corrected 2025-11-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- KF0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.2025-10-04 · Health · corrected 2025-11-14
Immediate jeopardy
- EF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-25
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-09-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-09-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0940Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.2025-08-21 · Health · corrected 2025-08-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2025-08-05 · Health · corrected 2025-08-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2025-06-02 · Health · corrected 2025-06-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- KF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2025-05-07 · Health · corrected 2025-05-08
Immediate jeopardy
- DF0624Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.2025-01-08 · Health · corrected 2025-02-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0727Have 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.2025-01-08 · Health · corrected 2025-02-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2025-01-08 · Health · corrected 2025-02-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.2024-11-18 · Health · corrected 2024-12-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2024-07-23 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2024-07-23 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0808Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.2024-07-23 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2024-07-23 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.2024-04-15 · Health · corrected 2024-05-16
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.2024-04-15 · Health · corrected 2024-05-16
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0573Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.2024-03-05 · Health · corrected 2024-03-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- GF0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.2024-02-26 · Health · corrected 2024-04-05
Actual harm
- DF0584Honor 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.2023-09-28 · Health · corrected 2023-10-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0584Honor 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.2023-06-15 · Health · corrected 2023-06-23
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2023-06-15 · Health · corrected 2023-06-23
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2023-06-15 · Health · corrected 2023-06-23
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2023-06-15 · Health · corrected 2023-06-23
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2023-06-15 · Health · corrected 2023-06-23
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2023-06-15 · Health · corrected 2023-06-23
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2023-04-18 · Health · corrected 2023-04-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0800Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.2023-04-18 · Health · corrected 2023-04-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEST WHARTON COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT | Organization | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | 2021-05-01 |
| DHC OPCO-AUSTIN LLC | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2021-05-01 |
| COHEN, BRADFORD | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2021-05-01 |
| MAK, DAVID | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2021-05-01 |
| HEATH, MICHAEL | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2021-12-20 |
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|---|---|---|
| Barton Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | ★★★★☆ | 126 |
| Querencia at Barton Creek | ★★★★☆ | 42 |
| Avir at Park Bend | ★★★☆☆ | 124 |
| Heritage Park Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing C | ★★☆☆☆ | 197 |
| Coral Rehabilitation and Nursing of Austin | ★☆☆☆☆ | 157 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.