Ashton Medical Lodge

801 South Loop 250 West · Midland, TX · 79703 · 4326892100

144 certified beds Government - Hospital district Hospital-based

  • Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.

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Red flags

1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles

Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.

Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule

Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 45
Serious harm & abuse 20% 94
Staffing 20% 53
Federal penalties 15% 75
Trend 10% 75
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.293.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.310.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day2.93≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year53%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)1 · $13,397

Inspection citations (29 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026 · found via complaint

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected May 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026 · found via complaint

    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.

    Corrected May 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026 · found via complaint

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

    Corrected May 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E April 10, 2026 · found via complaint

    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.

    Corrected May 11, 2026 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025 · found via complaint

    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Corrected June 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025 · found via complaint

    Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

    Corrected June 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025 · found via complaint

    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Corrected June 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025

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

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025

    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025

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

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025

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

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025

    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.

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025

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

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025

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

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025

    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.

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · E February 6, 2025

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

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · E February 6, 2025

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected March 1, 2025 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · E May 30, 2024 · found via complaint

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

    Corrected May 31, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Immediate jeopardy · J January 5, 2024 · found via complaint

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected January 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E December 21, 2023

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

    Corrected January 6, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D December 21, 2023

    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.

    Corrected January 6, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · F December 21, 2023

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

    Corrected January 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D December 21, 2023

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected January 6, 2024 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · E October 28, 2022

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

    Corrected November 20, 2022 · Resident Rights

Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.

Federal penalties

DateTypeAmount / length
December 21, 2023Fine$13,397

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 676430 · certified since October 10, 2017. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.