Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
6801 E Riverside Dr · Austin, TX · 78741 · 5122479000
122 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Hamilton County Hospital District
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Federal penalties on record: $10,820 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations 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
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.30 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.36 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.78 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 56% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $88,227 |
Inspection citations (28 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 12, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 3, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected January 16, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 16, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 29, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected May 29, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected January 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 8, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 30, 2024
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 30, 2024
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.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 30, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 30, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 30, 2024
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 30, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 30, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E October 30, 2024
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G September 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 12, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected September 2, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected April 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 16, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2023
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected November 16, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 16, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2025 | Fine | $10,820 |
| September 5, 2023 | Fine | $77,407 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 676246 · certified since March 23, 2010. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.