Nursing home / skilled nursing
Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Houston, Texas
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1341 Blalock |
| City | Houston |
| State | Texas |
| ZIP code | 77055 |
| County | Harris |
| Phone | 713-468-7821 |
| Website | https://wellsentialhealth.org/location/memorial-city-nursing-rehabilitation-center/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 676258 |
| Ownership | Government - Hospital district |
| Certified beds | 187 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | September 28, 2010 |
| 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, diabetes care and management, IV care, pulmonary care, stroke care, tracheostomy care, respiratory therapy, tube feeding, wound care, respite care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, outpatient therapy, post-surgical care, orthopedic care, joint replacement rehabilitation, secure memory care unit, hospice services, home health services |
Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is in 1341 Blalock, Houston, TX 77055. Phone: 713-468-7821. Ownership: Government - Hospital district. CMS rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 2, staffing 1, quality measures 5).
Memorial City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Houston offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation, with an in-house team of physical, occupational, and speech therapists so residents work with the same therapists throughout their stay. Its clinical services include cardiac care, diabetes care, wound care, IV care, stroke care, and respiratory therapy. The center also has a secure memory care unit, respite care, hospice services, and home health services, and it accepts Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, and private pay. CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 152.250; 4 federal fines totaling $68624.00; total nursing staff turnover 51.4%.
More about this provider
| Memorial City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Houston provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation with an in-house therapy team, plus a secure memory care unit, hospice services, and home health services. | |
| Services and programs | Skilled nursing and clinical services including cardiac care, diabetes care and management, IV care with midline and PICC line management, pulmonary care, stroke care, tracheostomy care and management, respiratory therapy, tube feeding, TPN, and wound care; therapy services including physical, speech, and occupational therapy, outpatient therapy, post-surgical care, orthopedic care, and joint replacement rehabilitation; a secure memory care and support unit with a private secure courtyard; hospice services; home health services; respite care; 7 day/week admissions |
| Payment types it states | Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care, Private Pay |
| Visiting and contact details | 1341 Blalock Road, Houston, TX 77055; 713-468-7821. Amenities include WiFi, cable services, recreational activities, a beauty salon, transportation, an outdoor courtyard, private and semi-private rooms, a short-term transitional care unit with private rooms and en suite bathrooms, and a therapy gym with a kitchen for home transitions |
| Website | https://wellsentialhealth.org/location/memorial-city-nursing-rehabilitation-center/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 1 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 3 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.25 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.28 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 84 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 152.250 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 357 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 84 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 357 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2026-04-28 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 9 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 19 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 7 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 2 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 15 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.42440 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 50.0 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 1.01003 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 51.4 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.95848 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.21148 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 2 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.06521 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.18560 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.93586 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 4 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 4 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 68624.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 670 |
| Chain Name | WELLSENTIAL HEALTH |
| Legal Business Name | OAKBEND MEDICAL CENTER |
| 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 | Y |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 144.7 |
| 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 Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Where is Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center located?
Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is at 1341 Blalock, Houston, Texas 77055.
What care and services does Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center offer?
Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, cardiac care, diabetes care and management, IV care, pulmonary care.
Is Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center Medicare-certified?
Yes. Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center's quality rating?
CMS gives Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center an overall star rating of 2 out of 5.
How do I contact Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center?
Call Memorial City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center at 713-468-7821.
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.