Nursing home / skilled nursing
Ridgmar Medical Lodge
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Fort Worth, Texas
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 6600 Lands End Court |
| City | Fort Worth |
| State | Texas |
| ZIP code | 76116 |
| County | Tarrant |
| Phone | 817-665-1971 |
| Website | https://ridgmarmedicallodge.com/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 676101 |
| Ownership | Government - Hospital district |
| Certified beds | 155 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | March 11, 2006 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, outpatient therapy, dementia care, respite care, hospice and palliative care, wound care, cardiac care, IV therapy |
Ridgmar Medical Lodge is in 6600 Lands End Court, Fort Worth, TX 76116. Phone: 817-665-1971. Ownership: Government - Hospital district. CMS rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 2, staffing 1, quality measures 3).
Ridgmar Medical Lodge in Fort Worth provides short-term rehabilitation after surgery, stroke, joint replacement, or illness, along with long-term care and round-the-clock skilled nursing. Its skilled nursing services include wound care, cardiac care, and IV therapy, and it also offers outpatient therapy, dementia care, respite care, and hospice and palliative care. Amenities include a hair and nail salon, a private dining room, and meals prepared by an on-site chef. CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 120.500; 3 federal fines totaling $29598.00; total nursing staff turnover 57.1%.
More about this provider
| Ridgmar Medical Lodge in Fort Worth provides short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, with skilled nursing, outpatient therapy, dementia care, respite care, and hospice and palliative care. | |
| Services and programs | Short-term rehabilitation after surgery, stroke, joint replacement, or illness; long-term care with round-the-clock skilled nursing; skilled nursing including wound care, cardiac care, and IV therapy; outpatient therapy (physical, occupational, and speech therapy); dementia care in a secure, structured environment; respite care; hospice and palliative care. Amenities include personal laundry services, a hair and nail salon, a private dining room, rooms with flat-screen TVs, cable, free Wi-Fi and telephone service, private suites with baths, and meals prepared by an on-site chef. |
| Who it serves | Adults who are recovering from serious illness, those who need rehabilitation after an injury or illness, and those who need skilled nursing care in a residential environment; residents experiencing memory loss or cognitive changes |
| Visiting and contact details | Call (817) 665-1971 to schedule a tour. 6600 Lands End Ct, Fort Worth, TX 76116; Fax: (817) 887-1887. |
| Website | https://ridgmarmedicallodge.com/ |
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 | 3 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 3 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 2 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.53 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.14 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 32 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 120.500 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 386 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 32 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 257 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2026-02-20 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 6 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 21 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 4 |
| Number of Citations from Infection Control Inspections | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 2 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 18 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.49537 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 33.3 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 1.06036 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 57.1 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.75630 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.29094 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 2 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.85244 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.43083 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.66000 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 3 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 1 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 4 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 29598.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 425 |
| Chain Name | PRIORITY MANAGEMENT |
| Legal Business Name | DECATUR HOSPITAL AUTHORITY |
| Chain Average QM Rating | 3.3 |
| Chain Average Staffing Rating | 1.6 |
| Number of Facilities in Chain | 38 |
| Chain Average Overall 5-star Rating | 2.7 |
| Chain Average Health Inspection Rating | 3.2 |
| 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 | Both |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 68.8 |
| 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 Ridgmar Medical Lodge
Where is Ridgmar Medical Lodge located?
Ridgmar Medical Lodge is at 6600 Lands End Court, Fort Worth, Texas 76116.
What care and services does Ridgmar Medical Lodge offer?
Ridgmar Medical Lodge offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, outpatient therapy, dementia care.
Is Ridgmar Medical Lodge Medicare-certified?
Yes. Ridgmar Medical Lodge is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Ridgmar Medical Lodge's quality rating?
CMS gives Ridgmar Medical Lodge an overall star rating of 1 out of 5.
How do I contact Ridgmar Medical Lodge?
Call Ridgmar Medical Lodge at 817-665-1971.
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.