Quick answers
- Where is Avir at Athens?
- 150 Gibson Road, Athens, TX 75751, in Henderson County, Texas.
- What is the phone number of Avir at Athens?
- (903) 677-5864, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Avir at Athens?
- Medicare overall rating: 1 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Avir at Athens been fined?
- Medicare lists 4 fines totaling $243,325.
- What did inspectors find at Avir at Athens?
- In its last three inspection cycles (October 25, 2023 to May 31, 2026), Medicare lists 21 health citations; the most serious was level K. 4 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (October 25, 2023 to May 31, 2026), Avir at Athens had 21 health citations; the most serious was level K (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 4 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $243,325 in total (4 fines, the latest on November 26, 2024). Nurse staffing is 3.16 hours per resident per day; the Texas average is 3.42 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: February 18, 2026 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 18, 2026 (standard health inspection); March 10, 2026 (complaint investigation); May 31, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 6 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0842 Level E
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0655 Level D
“Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted”
Previous cycle: December 4, 2024 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 26, 2024 (complaint investigation); December 4, 2024 (standard health inspection).
F0600 Level J
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
F0609 Level J
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
F0689 Level J
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 3 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0641 Level E
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
Earlier cycle: October 25, 2023 — 9 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: October 25, 2023 (complaint investigation); October 25, 2023 (standard health inspection).
F0757 Level K
“Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; pattern (some residents) · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Show 8 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0644 Level E
“Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.”
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0761 Level E
“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.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0645 Level D
“PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
F0760 Level D
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
F0732 Level C
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (6)
K0372 Level E
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0321 Level E
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0929 Level E
“Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.”
K0321 Level E
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $243,325 (4 fines). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| November 26, 2024 | Fine | $8,400 |
| November 26, 2024 | Fine | $8,400 |
| November 26, 2024 | Fine | $12,844 |
| October 25, 2023 | Fine | $213,681 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Texas | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.20 | 0.44 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.94 | 0.94 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.03 | 2.03 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.16 | 3.42 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.65 | 2.99 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.12 | 0.35 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 60.5% | 50.8% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 66.7% | 49.8% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Fannin County Hospital Authority.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fannin County Hospital Authority | Direct owner | 100% | March 31, 2017 |
| 150 Gibson Rd Opco, LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | August 1, 2025 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 112 |
| Average residents per day | 79.8 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – partnership |
| Legal business name | Fannin County Hospital Authority |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1989-09-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 150 Gibson Road, Athens, TX 75751 |
| County | Henderson County |
| State | Texas |
| Phone | (903) 677‑5864 |
| CMS Certification Number | 455834 |
| Name in Medicare records | AVIR AT ATHENS |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center1.1 mi · Athens, TX · 4 of 5 stars
- Avir at Commons1.7 mi · Athens, TX · 1 of 5 stars
- Cedar Lake Nursing Center8.9 mi · Malakoff, TX · 5 of 5 stars
- Mabank Nursing Center21 mi · Mabank, TX · 3 of 5 stars
- Kerens Care Center22 mi · Kerens, TX · 4 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- UT Health East Texas Athens Hospital0.3 mi · Athens, TX · Acute Care Hospital
- Palestine Regional Medical Center33 mi · Palestine, TX · Acute Care Hospital
- Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital34 mi · Tyler, TX · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13