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Apex Secure Care Brownfield

1101 E Lake St, Brownfield, TX 79316

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Apex Secure Care Brownfield is a nursing home in Brownfield, Texas. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(806) 637-7561
Last standard health inspection
April 14, 2026 (6 months ago)
Certified beds
108
Residents per day, on average
62.1
Ownership type
For profit - Partnership
Legal business name
Childress County Hospital District
Chain
Not listed by CMS
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Texas average (39 vs 28).

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from April 14, 2026 from $13,070 to $8,496.

  2. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 2.7 to 2.3 hours per resident per day.

  3. CMS update of May 27, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  4. Payment stopped

    May 13, 2026 (5 months ago)

    CMS stopped payment for new admissions from May 13, 2026, for 5 days.

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  5. 10 citations

    Health inspection on April 14, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    129 of 1,177 Texas homes (11%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2026.

    • Citation F0880. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0584 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0727. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2026.

    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0921 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0583. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2026.

    • Citation F0804. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0804 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0839. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2026.

    • Citation F0908. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep all essential equipment working safely.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2026.

    • Citation F0924. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2026.

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  6. 6 citations

    Fire safety inspection on April 14, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0222. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.

    • Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.

    • Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.

    • Citation K0351. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.

    • Citation K0372. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.

    • Citation K0374. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.

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  7. Fine

    April 14, 2026 (6 months ago)

    CMS fine of $8,496 on April 14, 2026.

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  8. 2 citations

    Health inspection on November 25, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0842. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 26, 2025.

    • Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 26, 2025.

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  9. CMS update of June 25, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from December 4, 2024 from $14,433 to $14,668.

  10. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

  11. 11 citations

    Health inspection on February 11, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0585. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0679. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0803. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0803 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0813. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

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  12. 2 citations

    Fire safety inspection on February 11, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0741. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

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  13. 1 citation

    Health inspection on December 4, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    411 of 1,177 Texas homes (35%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.

    • Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 27, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2024.

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  14. Fine

    December 4, 2024 (1 year ago)

    CMS fine of $14,668 on December 4, 2024.

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  15. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  16. 1 citation

    Health inspection on June 28, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.

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  17. 3 citations

    Health inspection on May 21, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 21, 2024.

    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 21, 2024.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 21, 2024.

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  18. CMS update of April 25, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  19. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 2.0 to 0.1 hours per resident per day.

  20. 11 citations

    Health inspection on January 9, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

    • Citation F0552. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

    • Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

    • Citation F0803. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

    • Citation F0804. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

    • Citation F0925. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

    • Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

    • Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

    • Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

    • Citation F0805. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 16, 2024.

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Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was Apex Secure Care Brownfield last inspected?

CMS lists April 14, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Apex Secure Care Brownfield have?

CMS lists 39 health citations since January 9, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Apex Secure Care Brownfield been fined?

CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $23,164 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Apex Secure Care Brownfield?

Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.

Is Apex Secure Care Brownfield a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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