Nursing home / skilled nursing
Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Brownsville, Texas
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 320 Lorenaly Dr |
| City | Brownsville |
| State | Texas |
| ZIP code | 78520 |
| County | Cameron |
| Phone | 956-350-2252 |
| Website | https://wellsentialhealth.org/location/brownsville-nursing-rehabilitation-center/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 676083 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | December 9, 2005 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, cardiac care, pulmonary care, stroke care, respiratory therapy, wound care, respite care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, outpatient therapy, post-surgical care, joint replacement rehabilitation, VitalStim therapy, hospice services, memory support unit, tube feeding |
Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is in 320 Lorenaly Dr, Brownsville, TX 78520. Phone: 956-350-2252. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 2, staffing 1, quality measures 4).
Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Brownsville is run by Wellsential Health, a non-profit company. It offers skilled nursing care such as cardiac, pulmonary and stroke care, wound care and respiratory therapy, plus physical, occupational and speech therapy in a therapy gym that has a kitchen for practicing home skills. The center has a secure memory support unit, private and semi-private rooms, a beauty salon, a bistro and an outdoor courtyard. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, managed care and private pay, and takes admissions seven days a week. CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 141.250; 2 federal fines totaling $57708.00; total nursing staff turnover 59.1%.
More about this provider
| Brownsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a Wellsential Health location in Brownsville, Texas offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation and a secure memory support unit. Wellsential Health describes itself as a non-profit company. | |
| Services and programs | Skilled nursing and clinical services with admissions 7 days a week: cardiac care, pulmonary care, stroke care, respiratory therapy, tube feeding, wound care and respite care. Therapy services and rehabilitation include physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, outpatient therapy, post-surgical care, orthopedic care, joint replacement rehabilitation and VitalStim therapy. The location also lists hospice services and home health services. Amenities include WiFi, cable services, recreational activities, a beauty salon, a bistro, transportation, private and semi-private rooms, an outdoor courtyard, a therapy gym with a kitchen for home transitions, and a secure memory support unit. |
| Who it serves | Patients and residents at the Brownsville location, including people receiving hospice care, which the site describes as care and comfort for quality of life for patients and families. |
| Payment types it states | Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care and Private Pay, as listed on the location page. |
| Visiting and contact details | 320 Lorenaly Drive, Brownsville, TX; phone 956-350-2252; fax 956-350-2256. Admissions are accepted 7 days a week. |
| Website | https://wellsentialhealth.org/location/brownsville-nursing-rehabilitation-center/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 1 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 1 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 4 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 3 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.33 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 2.95 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 64 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 141.250 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 373 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 64 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 373 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2025-08-12 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 14 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 28 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 7 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 7 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 22 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.59264 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 50.0 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 1.12933 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 59.1 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.88367 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.21345 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 1 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.73906 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.23137 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.56835 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 2 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 2 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 57708.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 670 |
| Chain Name | WELLSENTIAL HEALTH |
| Legal Business Name | VAL VERDE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT |
| Chain Average QM Rating | 4.3 |
| Chain Average Staffing Rating | 1.6 |
| Number of Facilities in Chain | 67 |
| Chain Average Overall 5-star Rating | 2.8 |
| Chain Average Health Inspection Rating | 2.9 |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 94.4 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Where is Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center located?
Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is at 320 Lorenaly Dr, Brownsville, Texas 78520.
What care and services does Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center offer?
Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, cardiac care, pulmonary care, stroke care, respiratory therapy.
Is Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center Medicare-certified?
Yes. Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center's quality rating?
CMS gives Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center an overall star rating of 1 out of 5.
How do I contact Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center?
Call Brownsville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center at 956-350-2252.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Texas can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.