The Mildred and Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat

Lubbock, TX • CMS Certification: 675925

  • Date Updated: May 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 2 Stars
  • Address: 3710 4Th St, Lubbock TX 79415
  • Phone: 8067634455

About The Mildred and Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat

The Mildred And Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat, located in Lubbock, TX, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose The Mildred and Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 2.94 hrs
  • Safety Record Issues

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the THE ENSIGN GROUP network. This chain operates 338 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
2.9
Staffing
2.4
Quality
4.4

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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

The Mildred and Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.26 hrs/day
State: 0.42 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.67
Quality Adj: 0.26

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.25 hrs/day
State: 1.37 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 0.84
Quality Adj: 1.01

Certified Assistants

1.69 hrs/day
State: 2.02 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 2.29
Quality Adj: 1.71

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 2
Health Inspection 1
Quality Measures 5
Staffing 1

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 418 May 06, 2025
Weighted Average 351 Combined Score
Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

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) 20.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 2.2%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) 1.8%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) 0.3%

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) 17.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 0.7%
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) 0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 1.6%
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) 3.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 94.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 94.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) 13.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 16.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) 92.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 91.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 3.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 18.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 4.0%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2023: 9 complaints
  • 2024: 6 complaints
  • 2025: 7 complaints
  • 2026: 3 complaints
  • Total: 25 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Mar 02, 2026 Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident?s advance directives.
Mar 02, 2026 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Feb 24, 2026 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Aug 23, 2025 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Aug 23, 2025 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Aug 23, 2025 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Jun 16, 2025 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Jan 31, 2025 Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Jan 31, 2025 Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Jan 31, 2025 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Sep 30, 2024 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Sep 30, 2024 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.
Sep 30, 2024 Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
May 31, 2024 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
May 31, 2024 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Apr 26, 2024 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Nov 10, 2023 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Nov 10, 2023 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Aug 15, 2023 Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Jun 30, 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 30, 2023 Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Jun 30, 2023 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Jun 09, 2023 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Jun 09, 2023 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Jun 09, 2023 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

BOOKER HOSPITAL DISTRICT

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

Associated Doctors

No associated doctor information available.

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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

The Mildred and Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat has a 2-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 2.94 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

The Mildred and Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • 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
The facility has 120 certified beds.

The Mildred and Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • 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 The Mildred and Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat directly at 8067634455. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting The Mildred and Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat, pay attention to these important factors:

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

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