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HomeTexasThe Buckingham

The Buckingham

8580 Woodway Drive, Houston, TX 770637139793777Google Maps
3.8on Google(4 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
92
certified
3 fine(s) totaling $32,418

How The Buckingham Compares in Texas

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.

CMS overall rating
4/5
TX average
2.7/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
TX average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
5/5
TX average
1.9/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.66 hrs/day
TX average
3.39 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.81 hrs/day
TX average
0.43 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
30.3%
TX average
55.3%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Texas average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.66 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.39.
Reported RN time is 1.81 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.43.
Staff turnover is 30.3%, lower than the Texas average of 55.3%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
10
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 25, 2024
Most recent cycle
10
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 28, 2025
The two inspection cycles recorded the same number of deficiency citations.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$5,996/mo
Texas median
Private Room
$7,300/mo
Texas median
Harris County 65+
521,651
11.0% of county
County Population
4,726,177
Harris County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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The Buckingham is a 4-star Medicare certified nursing home in Houston, Texas with 92 certified beds. It has been operating since 2006. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
92
Avg Residents/Day
57.2
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicare
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 28, 2006
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Harris
Last Inspection
Aug 28, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10
Weighted Score
86.3
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (25)

F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Aug 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Aug 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0690Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Aug 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Immediate Jeopardy

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Mar 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Immediate Jeopardy

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Mar 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Feb 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0638Potential for Harm

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

Survey: Jul 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0690Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0694Potential for Harm

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Survey: Feb 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Feb 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0640Potential for Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Jun 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Jun 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jun 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jun 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$32,418
Number of Fines
3
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
3

Penalty History

FineAug 7, 2023
$4,587
FineJul 17, 2023
$13,762
FineMar 29, 2025
$14,069

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.66 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.20 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.81 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.66 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.88 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.11 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
30.3%
RN Turnover
25.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Other
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (5)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
JACOB, PHILIPW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AAug 29, 2011
OOMMEN, BIJUW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 26, 2002
BREWER, CHARLESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 26, 2002
WATERHOUSE, CHARLESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 2, 2013
GREYSTONE MANAGEMENT SERVICES COMPANY, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 26, 2006

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for The Buckingham and nearby alternatives.

All Texas facilities
The Buckingham
Houston, TXCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $32,418
Woodway Nursing & Rehab
Houston, TX3,696 ft
CMS
N/A
Health
N/A
Staffing
N/A
Recorded fines: $303,754
Treemont Health Care Center
Houston, TX1.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
The Vosswood Nursing Center
Houston, TX1.5 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Sharpville Residence and Rehabilitation Center
Houston, TX2.0 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $8,431
Clarewood House Extended Care Center
Houston, TX2.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
The Lev At town Park
Houston, TX2.5 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $31,031
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
The Buckingham
Houston, TX · Current facility
—4/53/55/5$32,418
Woodway Nursing & Rehab
Houston, TX
3,696 ftN/AN/AN/A$303,754
Treemont Health Care Center
Houston, TX
1.0 mi5/54/52/5None recorded
The Vosswood Nursing Center
Houston, TX
1.5 mi4/55/51/5None recorded
Sharpville Residence and Rehabilitation Center
Houston, TX
2.0 mi3/54/51/5$8,431
Clarewood House Extended Care Center
Houston, TX
2.2 mi5/55/51/5None recorded
The Lev At town Park
Houston, TX
2.5 mi1/51/52/5$31,031

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for The Buckingham?▾
The Buckingham has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does The Buckingham cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Texas is $5,996/month for a semi-private room and $7,300/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). The Buckingham participates in Medicare, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has The Buckingham had any health inspection violations?▾
The Buckingham had 10 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 28, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 3 fine(s) totaling $32,418.
What are the staffing levels at The Buckingham?▾
The Buckingham provides 5.66 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.81 RN hours, 1.20 LPN hours, and 2.66 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 30.3%.
How many beds does The Buckingham have?▾
The Buckingham has 92 certified beds with an average of 57.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 62% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Other owned.
Are there other nursing homes near The Buckingham?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Texas, including 6 in Houston. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about The Buckingham?▾
On Google Maps, The Buckingham has a rating of 3.8 out of 5 based on 4 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.