Apex Secure Care Brownfield
1101 E Lake St, Brownfield, TX 79316 · Terry County
For-profit · 108 certified beds · 58% occupancy · (806) 637-7561
The U.S. government (CMS) rates Apex Secure Care Brownfield 1 out of 5 stars overall — much below average. Its nurse staffing is 30% below the Texas median. Inspectors cited it for 2 immediate-jeopardy findings in recent inspection cycles.
CMS quality ratings
Source: CMS Care Compare (Nursing Homes), dataset 4pq5-n9py, retrieved 2026-08-09. Stars are CMS's own five-star ratings.
Nurse staffing
Staffing is the single strongest predictor of nursing home quality — and the number pay-to-play referral sites rarely show you.
2.27 nurse hours per resident per day. 30% below the Texas median of 3.27.
Nursing staff turnover: 55.8% · RN turnover: 80%
Safety & compliance flags
No CMS warning flags on record.
Recent inspection findings
The specific problems state inspectors cited — the detail behind the star ratings, and what referral sites never show. Findings CMS records as corrected are marked.
- Immediate jeopardyTag F0880 · Apr 14, 2026Corrected May 15, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies
- Potential for harmTag F0584 · Apr 14, 2026Corrected May 15, 2026
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Potential for harmTag F0727 · Apr 14, 2026Corrected May 15, 2026
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Potential for harmTag F0812 · Apr 14, 2026Corrected May 15, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Potential for harmTag F0921 · Apr 14, 2026Corrected May 15, 2026
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies
- Potential for harmTag F0842 · Nov 25, 2025ComplaintCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Potential for harmTag F0583 · Apr 14, 2026Corrected May 15, 2026
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Potential for harmTag F0804 · Apr 14, 2026Corrected May 15, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Potential for harmTag F0839 · Apr 14, 2026Corrected May 15, 2026
Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.
Administration Deficiencies
- Potential for harmTag F0908 · Apr 14, 2026Corrected May 15, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental Deficiencies
Showing the 10 most recent and serious of 39 findings. See the full inspection history on Medicare.gov.