Vista Ridge Senior Care
1917 Lohmans Crossing Rd, Austin, TX 78734 · (512) 261-3211
For profit - Corporation · 98 certified beds
Vista Ridge Senior Care has a 2-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in August 2025, found 6 citations (the Texas average is 9.4). It was fined 2 times in the last three years, $91,420 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on August 21, 2025 found 6 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.August 21, 2025 · F0813 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.August 21, 2025 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.August 21, 2025 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.August 21, 2025 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.August 21, 2025 · F0575 · Level of harm: Potential for minimal harm · Residents affected: Many
- Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.August 21, 2025 · F0577 · Level of harm: Potential for minimal harm · Residents affected: Many
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 4 citations.
- Honor 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.January 14, 2025 · F0584 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Some
- Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.October 7, 2024 · F0657 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.September 1, 2024 · F0600 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.September 1, 2024 · F0607 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $74,848January 14, 2025
- Fine of $16,572September 1, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Texas average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.37 | 3.39 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.73 | 0.43 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 1.02 | 0.95 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 1.62 | 2.01 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 55.3% | 55.3% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 98 |
| Average residents per day | 43.8 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | Yes |
Nursing homes nearby
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- The Center at Parmer Austin · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
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