Quick answers
- Where is St. Joseph's Care Center?
- 609 Johnson Drive, McGregor, TX 76657, in Mc Lennan County, Texas.
- What is the phone number of St. Joseph's Care Center?
- (254) 236-9710, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of St. Joseph's Care Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has St. Joseph's Care Center been fined?
- Medicare lists 1 fine totaling $8,278.
- What did inspectors find at St. Joseph's Care Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (June 12, 2025 to August 13, 2026), Medicare lists 7 health citations; the most serious was level G. 1 was 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.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (June 12, 2025 to August 13, 2026), St. Joseph's Care Center had 7 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 1 of them was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $8,278 in total (1 fine, the latest on January 6, 2026). Nurse staffing is 5.07 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: August 13, 2026 — 7 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 6, 2026 (complaint investigation); April 7, 2026 (complaint investigation); August 13, 2026 (standard health inspection).
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 6 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0583 Level E
“Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0583 Level D
“Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.”
Previous cycle: June 12, 2025 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: June 12, 2025 (standard health inspection).
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: $8,278 (1 fine). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| January 6, 2026 | Fine | $8,278 |
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 | 0.27 | 0.44 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.47 | 0.94 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.33 | 2.03 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 5.07 | 3.42 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.60 | 2.99 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.20 | 0.35 | 0.48 |
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)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Limestone Hospital District | Direct owner | 100% | November 1, 2024 |
| St Josephs Care Center, LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | January 22, 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 | 100 |
| Average residents per day | 41.1 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Legal business name | South Limestone Hospital District |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2025-08-13 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 609 Johnson Drive, McGregor, TX 76657 |
| County | Mc Lennan County |
| State | Texas |
| Phone | (254) 236‑9710 |
| CMS Certification Number | 745059 |
| 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).
- McGregor Wellness & Rehabilitation0.2 mi · Mc Gregor, TX · 1 of 5 stars
- Wesley Woods Health & Rehabilitation12 mi · Waco, TX · 2 of 5 stars
- St. Catherine Center13 mi · Waco, TX · 4 of 5 stars
- Avir at Waco13 mi · Waco, TX · 3 of 5 stars
- Ridgecrest Retirement and Healthcare Community13 mi · Waco, TX · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest11 mi · Waco, TX · Acute Care Hospital
- Ascension Providence14 mi · Waco, TX · Acute Care Hospital
- Darnall AMC (FT Cavazos)17 mi · Fort Cavazos, TX · Military Hospital (Department of Defense)
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