Caraday of Lampasas
1000 E Ave J · Lampasas, TX · 76550 · 5125566267
76 certified beds Government - Hospital district Chain: Caraday Healthcare
Why this verdict
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.18 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.35 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.82 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 47% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $16,426 |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F February 26, 2026
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.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E February 26, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G November 7, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected November 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 8, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 8, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E November 7, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 8, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · H March 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G September 14, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 16, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 14, 2023
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected September 16, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 14, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 16, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 14, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 16, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F September 14, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 16, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 7, 2024 | Fine | $2,243 |
| March 6, 2024 | Fine | $10,829 |
| September 14, 2023 | Fine | $3,354 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 676473 · certified since November 26, 2019. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.