CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Texas. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Golden Palms Rehabilitation and Retirement is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Harlingen, Texas with 60 certified beds. It has been operating since 1986. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
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.
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
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.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BURNAM, SOON | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | N/A | Apr 16, 2019 |
| GUZMAN, NEFI | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2019 |
| ASHTON, ANDREW | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Apr 16, 2019 |
| BURNAM, SOON | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Apr 16, 2019 |
| BURTON, SPENCER | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | May 30, 2015 |
| CHRISTENSEN, CHRISTOPHER | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Nov 1, 2014 |
| KEETCH, CHAD | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2019 |
| PORT, BARRY | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2019 |
| SNAPPER, SUZANNE | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Aug 1, 2009 |
| WITTEKIND, BEVERLY | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Sep 29, 2008 |
| GUZMAN, NEFI | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2019 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jun 1, 2019 |
| STANDARD BEARER HEALTHCARE OP, LP | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jan 1, 2022 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jan 1, 2022 |
| TREASURE HILLS HEALTH HOLDINGS LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jan 1, 2022 |
| GUZMAN, NEFI | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Apr 14, 2025 |
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