What is the average nursing home staffing level in Lubbock?

Lubbock nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.41 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.31 RN HPRD. The Texas state average is 3.42 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Lubbock?

Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.

Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Lubbock?

Yes — Texas Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Texas-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Lubbock, TX Nursing Home Staffing

14 facilities · City avg 3.41 HPRD · 1 rated 5 stars

Facilities

3.41

Avg Total HPRD

0.31

Avg RN HPRD

1/14

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Texas avg 3.42 total HPRD / 0.52 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Lubbock

Sorted by CMS overall star rating. Click any facility for full staffing charts and penalty history.

CROWN POINT HEALTH SUITES

LUBBOCK, TX · Government

5★

4★

5.01

0.40

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Lubbock Health Care Center

Lubbock, TX · For profit

3★

1★

3.12

0.23

MI CASITA NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER

LUBBOCK, TX · For profit

3★

1★

2.80

0.19

CARILLON INC

LUBBOCK, TX · Non profit

3★

3★

4.66

0.49

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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THE PLAZA AT LUBBOCK

LUBBOCK, TX · For profit

3★

2★

3.09

0.33

⚠ 3 CMS fines on record

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WINDMILL VILLAGE REHABILITATION & CARE CENTER

LUBBOCK, TX · For profit

3★

1★

3.11

0.43

LAKESIDE REHABILITATION AND CARE CENTER

LUBBOCK, TX · For profit

2★

1★

3.13

0.21

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Avir at Heritage Oaks

Lubbock, TX · For profit

2★

1★

3.21

0.16

Hansford County Hospital District DBA Lakeridge Nu

LUBBOCK, TX · For profit

2★

1★

2.97

0.20

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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The Mildred & Shirley L. Garrison Geriatric Educat

Lubbock, TX · Government

2★

1★

3.00

0.26

⚠ 3 CMS fines on record

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Avir at Lubbock

Lubbock, TX · For profit

1★

2★

3.39

0.23

⚠ 4 CMS fines on record

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Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Lubbock, TX · Government

1★

1★

3.39

0.33

⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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Southern Specialty Rehab & Nursing

Lubbock, TX · For profit

1★

1★

3.99

0.57

⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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MESQUITE POST ACUTE CARE

LUBBOCK, TX · For profit

1★

1★

2.94

0.25

⚠ 3 CMS fines on record

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Lubbock?: Lubbock nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.41 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.31 RN HPRD. The Texas state average is 3.42 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Lubbock?: Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.
Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Lubbock?: Yes — Texas Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Texas-specific limits and the look-back period.

Data: CMS Payroll-Based Journal via Care Compare. Updated every 24 hours via ISR.