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The Heights of Bulverde

384 Harmony Hills, Spring Branch, TX 78070

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The Heights of Bulverde is a nursing home in Spring Branch, 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.

At a glance

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.

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CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.

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

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

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

  2. Health inspection on August 14, 2026

    4 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0755. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0755 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0759. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0759 3 times since 2024.

    • 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 August 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0656 4 times since 2024.

    • 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 August 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0761 4 times since 2024.

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  3. Fire safety inspection on August 14, 2026

    6 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0200. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Meet other general requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 13, 2026.

    • Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 13, 2026.

    • Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 13, 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 August 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 13, 2026.

    • Citation K0741. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 August 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0741 2 times since 2024.

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  4. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

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

  5. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

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

  6. Health inspection on April 1, 2026

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 April 2, 2026.

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  7. CMS update of March 25, 2026

    • Star rating

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

  8. Health inspection on January 13, 2026

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 January 14, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 4 times since 2025.

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  9. Health inspection on December 10, 2025

    3 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 December 11, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0842 5 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0603. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 11, 2025.

    • 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 December 11, 2025.

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  10. Health inspection on December 9, 2025

    3 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 December 10, 2025.

    • Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 10, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0641 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 10, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0690 2 times since 2024.

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  11. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Health citation

      CMS changed citation F0689 from severity H to E. It is from the health inspection on May 5, 2024. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  12. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  13. Health inspection on June 25, 2025

    8 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • 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 June 26, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2025.

    • Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2025.

    • 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 26, 2025.

    • Citation F0759. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 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 June 26, 2025.

    • Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 June 26, 2025.

    • 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 26, 2025.

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  14. Fire safety inspection on June 25, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 25, 2025.

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  15. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

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

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.4 to 2.8 hours per resident per day.

  16. Health inspection on April 24, 2025

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 April 25, 2025.

    • Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 25, 2025.

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  17. Health inspection on April 19, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 April 20, 2025.

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  18. Health inspection on March 21, 2025

    5 citations

    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.

    407 of 1,177 Texas homes (35%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.

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    • 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 March 22, 2025.

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

    • Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 22, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 22, 2025.

    • 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 December 24, 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 March 22, 2025.

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  19. CMS update of September 26, 2024

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0607 from the health inspection on May 5, 2024.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0609 from the health inspection on May 5, 2024.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0637 from the health inspection on May 5, 2024.

  20. CMS update of August 29, 2024

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

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

  21. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.6 to 3.1 hours per resident per day.

  22. Health inspection on July 22, 2024

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 July 23, 2024.

    • Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2024.

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  23. Health inspection on May 5, 2024

    16 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 May 6, 2024.

    • Citation F0814. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 2024.

    • Citation F0582. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 2024.

    • Citation F0677. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 2024.

    • Citation F0689. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 May 6, 2024.

    • Citation F0759. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 2024.

    • Citation F0760. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 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 May 6, 2024.

    • 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 May 6, 2024.

    • Citation F0635. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 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 May 6, 2024.

    • Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 2024.

    • 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 May 6, 2024.

    • Citation F0773. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 2024.

    • Citation F0806. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 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 May 6, 2024.

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  24. Fire safety inspection on May 5, 2024

    4 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • 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 May 7, 2024.

    • Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 2024.

    • 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 6, 2024.

    • Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 6, 2024.

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  25. CMS update of April 25, 2024

    • Star rating

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

  26. Health inspection on March 21, 2024

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 22, 2024.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(830) 438-1276
Last standard health inspection
August 14, 2026 (2 months ago)
Certified beds
124
Residents per day, on average
100
Ownership type
Government - Hospital district
Legal business name
Uvalde County Hospital Authority
Chain
Touchstone Communities
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Texas average (47 vs 28).

Owners and managers

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

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  • HACKETT, EDWARDOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 09/01/2025
  • PRADO, AARONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/28/2024
  • SEHLKE, BRYONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/01/2019
  • ZUROVEC, DARRELLOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/01/2019

Questions

When was The Heights of Bulverde last inspected?

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

How many citations (violations) does The Heights of Bulverde have?

CMS lists 47 health citations since March 21, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has The Heights of Bulverde been fined?

CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.

What is the CMS star rating of The Heights of Bulverde?

Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.

Is The Heights of Bulverde a Special Focus Facility?

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