About Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation
Brush Country Nursing And Rehabilitation, located in Austin, TX, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.03 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 1 |
|
| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 2 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 390 | Aug 21, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 319 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 28.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 11.4% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.6% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.8% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 28.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 6.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 0.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 4.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 2.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 95.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 83.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 25.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 15.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 98.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 95.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 3.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 19.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 7.4% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 3 complaints
- 2024: 5 complaints
- 2025: 10 complaints
- 2026: 1 complaint
- Total: 19 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jan 28, 2026 | 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. |
| Nov 17, 2025 | 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. |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| Nov 14, 2025 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. |
| Nov 14, 2025 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. |
| Aug 07, 2025 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| Jun 03, 2025 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| May 08, 2025 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Feb 01, 2025 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| Feb 01, 2025 | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. |
| Feb 01, 2025 | 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. |
| Dec 12, 2024 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| May 16, 2024 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. |
| May 16, 2024 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| Apr 05, 2024 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| Mar 18, 2024 | Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. |
| Oct 09, 2023 | 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. |
| Jun 23, 2023 | 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. |
| Jun 23, 2023 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
WEST WHARTON COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- BRADFORD COHEN OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DHC OPCO-AUSTIN LLC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MICHAEL HEATH W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- DAVID MAK CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
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Noted Deficiencies
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Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation directly at 5128925774. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.