Avir at Houston
2310 S Eldridge Pkwy., Houston, TX 77077 · (281) 558-3900
For profit - Corporation · 148 certified beds
Avir at Houston has a 1-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in May 2026, found 8 citations, 1 for actual harm or immediate jeopardy (the Texas average is 9.4). It was fined 4 times in the last three years, $180,218 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. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much 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. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on May 8, 2026 found 8 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.May 8, 2026 · F0627 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
- Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.May 8, 2026 · F0550 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.May 8, 2026 · F0679 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure 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.May 8, 2026 · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.May 8, 2026 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.May 8, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.May 8, 2026 · F0558 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesMay 8, 2026 · F0645 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 23 citations.
- Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.July 10, 2026 · F0658 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.July 10, 2026 · F0759 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.July 10, 2026 · F0760 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.July 10, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedJune 26, 2026 · F0655 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate foot care.June 26, 2026 · F0687 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.June 26, 2026 · F0849 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.June 18, 2026 · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.June 16, 2026 · F0690 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.June 16, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.May 8, 2026 · F0627 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
- Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.April 15, 2026 · F0695 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.April 15, 2026 · F0755 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.December 2, 2025 · F0627 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.December 2, 2025 · F0686 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Some
- Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.November 19, 2025 · F0640 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.November 19, 2025 · F0690 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.March 7, 2025 · F0677 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide appropriate foot care.March 7, 2025 · F0687 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.March 7, 2025 · F0842 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.December 7, 2023 · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.November 8, 2023 · F0580 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Some
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.November 8, 2023 · F0684 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Some
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $27,378May 8, 2026
- Fine of $124,099November 19, 2025
- Fine of $10,845February 20, 2024
- Fine of $17,896November 8, 2023
- Medicare payment denial for 3 daysStarting March 20, 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 | 2.79 | 3.39 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.88 | 0.43 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.94 | 0.95 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 0.97 | 2.01 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | Not available | 55.3% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 148 |
| Average residents per day | 72.5 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Bayou Manor Houston · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
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- East View Healthcare Houston · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Park Manor of Cyfair Houston · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- The Hallmark Houston · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
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