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Nursing home

St. Anthony's Care Center

Waco, Texas · Mc Lennan County

  • 7501 Bagby Ave, Waco, TX 76712 · Directions
  • (254) 666‑8003
  • Medicare overall rating: 4 of 5 starsMedicare overall rating
  • Ownership: For profit – individual
  • 16 health citations in its last 3 inspection cycles (most serious: level G), $3,276 in fines. See the inspection record

Summary

St. Anthony's Care Center is a Medicare-certified nursing home in Waco, Texas, with 120 certified beds. Medicare overall rating: 4 of 5 stars. Most recent standard health inspection: 2026-03-26, with 4 health deficiencies. Medicare lists 1 fine. Ownership: for profit – individual. Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information, data updated 2026-10-01.

What is a nursing home?

A nursing home (skilled nursing facility) gives 24-hour nursing care and help with daily activities. Some people stay for a short time to recover after a hospital stay (rehabilitation); others live there long term. The homes listed here are certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid and inspected by the state.

Official Medicare data

Everything on this page comes from Medicare (CMS) data updated 2026-10-01. It is information, not a recommendation. Call the nursing home and visit before you decide, and talk with your doctor.

In a medical emergency, call 911.

At a glance

Medicare overall rating: 4 of 5 starsMedicare overall rating
120Certified beds
Health inspections: 4 of 5 starsHealth inspections

Quick answers

Where is St. Anthony's Care Center?
7501 Bagby Ave, Waco, TX 76712, in Mc Lennan County, Texas.
What is the phone number of St. Anthony's Care Center?
(254) 666-8003, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
What is the Medicare star rating of St. Anthony's Care Center?
Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Has St. Anthony's Care Center been fined?
Medicare lists 1 fine totaling $3,276.
What did inspectors find at St. Anthony's Care Center?
In its last three inspection cycles (November 9, 2023 to March 26, 2026), Medicare lists 16 health citations; the most serious was level G. 2 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).

Medicare ratings, explained

Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.

Overall rating
Overall rating: 4 of 5 stars
Medicare’s summary of the three ratings below, from 1 star (much below average) to 5 stars (much above average).
Health inspections
Health inspections: 4 of 5 stars
Based on state health inspections and complaint investigations of about the last three years, compared with other nursing homes in the same state.
Staffing
Staffing: 2 of 5 stars
Based on how many hours nurses and aides spend with each resident per day (from payroll records) and how often staff leave.
Quality of resident care
Quality of resident care: 2 of 5 stars
Based on how residents do on measures such as falls with injury, pressure sores, getting better at moving around and going back to the hospital.
Short-stay residents (rehab)
Short-stay residents (rehab): 2 of 5 stars
Quality rating for people who stay a short time, usually to recover after a hospital stay.
Long-stay residents
Long-stay residents: 2 of 5 stars
Quality rating for people who live in the nursing home.

Inspections, fines and staffing

In its last three inspection cycles (November 9, 2023 to March 26, 2026), St. Anthony's Care Center had 16 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 2 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $3,276 in total (1 fine, the latest on December 12, 2024). Nurse staffing is 4.39 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
Scope and severity letters
SeriousnessIsolated (a few residents)Pattern (some)Widespread (many)
No actual harm, potential for minimal harmABC
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmDEF
Actual harm to residentsGHI
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safetyJKL

Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.

Most recent cycle: March 26, 2026 — 4 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: March 26, 2026 (standard health inspection).

Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0812 Level E March 26, 2026 · corrected April 19, 2026

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

  • F0550 Level D March 26, 2026 · corrected April 19, 2026

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

  • F0656 Level D March 26, 2026 · corrected April 19, 2026

    “Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”

  • F0880 Level D March 26, 2026 · corrected April 19, 2026

    “Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”

Previous cycle: December 18, 2024 — 8 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: December 12, 2024 (complaint investigation); December 18, 2024 (standard health inspection).

  • F0686 Level G December 12, 2024 · from a complaint · corrected December 18, 2024

    “Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”

    actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

  • F0755 Level G December 12, 2024 · from a complaint · corrected December 18, 2024

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

    actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Show 6 less serious citations (levels A to F)
  • F0550 Level E December 18, 2024 · corrected January 15, 2025

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

  • F0726 Level E December 18, 2024 · corrected January 15, 2025

    “Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.”

  • F0880 Level E December 18, 2024 · corrected January 15, 2025

    “Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”

  • F0655 Level D December 18, 2024 · corrected January 15, 2025

    “Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted”

  • F0760 Level D December 18, 2024 · corrected January 15, 2025

    “Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”

  • F0842 Level D December 18, 2024 · corrected January 15, 2025

    “Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”

Earlier cycle: November 9, 2023 — 4 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: November 9, 2023 (standard health inspection); May 7, 2024 (complaint investigation).

Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0690 Level D May 7, 2024 · from a complaint · corrected May 9, 2024

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

  • F0550 Level D November 9, 2023 · corrected December 7, 2023

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

  • F0657 Level D November 9, 2023 · corrected November 13, 2023

    “Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”

  • F0686 Level D November 9, 2023 · corrected December 7, 2023

    “Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”

Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.

Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →

Fines and payment denials

Total fines over about the last three years: $3,276 (1 fine). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.

DatePenaltyAmount or length
December 12, 2024Fine$3,276

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.

MeasureThis homeTexasNational
Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day0.330.440.69
Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day0.930.940.86
Nurse aide hours per resident per day3.122.032.35
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day4.393.423.90
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend3.742.993.43
RN hours per resident per day on the weekend0.280.350.48
Nursing staff turnover (per year)55.6%50.8%45.3%
RN turnover (per year)61.5%49.8%42.5%
Administrators who left in the last year0.00.60.5

Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.

Owners and operator

Legal business name: South Limestone Hospital District.

Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
NameRoleShareSince
South Limestone Hospital DistrictDirect owner100%October 1, 2025
St. Anthony's Care Center LLCManagement company (operational or managerial control)NOT APPLICABLEOctober 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

TypeNursing home
Certified beds120
Average residents per day100.3
Takes part inMedicare and Medicaid
OwnershipFor profit – individual
Legal business nameSouth Limestone Hospital District
First approved by Medicare/Medicaid2019-04-23
Resident and family councilsResident council
Sprinklers in all required areasYes
Changed ownership in the last 12 monthsYes
Address7501 Bagby Ave, Waco, TX 76712
CountyMc Lennan County
StateTexas
Phone(254) 666‑8003
CMS Certification Number676462
CorrectionsReport 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).

Nearest hospital emergency rooms

Sources

  1. Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  2. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
  3. Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  4. Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  5. Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  6. Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  7. State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  8. Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  9. Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  10. Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13