SeniorCareRanked
Texas/TYLER
22
Very Poor

Avir at Azalea Heights

3505 OLD JACKSONVILLE RD, TYLER, TX 75701
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Avir at Azalea Heights is a 120-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in TYLER, Texas. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 22 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. This facility has received 2 fine(s) totaling $27,550. 9 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the AVIR HEALTH GROUP chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score22/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day2.8 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.34 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover0% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies9 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 2 fine(s) totaling $27,550
  • 2 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day2.8
RN hours/resident/day0.34
Staff turnover0%
RN turnover0%

Facility Information

Beds120
Avg residents83.5
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainAVIR HEALTH GROUP
Deficiencies (last inspection)9
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting Avir at Azalea Heights

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

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Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

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Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

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Count staff vs. residents during your visit

Avir at Azalea Heights reports 2.8 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

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Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 0% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

9 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.