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Briarcliff Skilled Nursing Facility

Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.

4054 Northwest Loop, Carthage, TX 7563391 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.8/5

based on 112 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for those needing intensive physical or occupational therapy, as their rehab department is a standout strength. However, if your loved one is prone to frequent hospital visits, you should proactively establish a communication plan with the nursing staff to ensure you are notified of all medical outcomes.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

112 reviews analyzed
Briarcliff Skilled Nursing Facility is highly regarded for its exceptional rehabilitation and therapy departments, with many families praising the staff's ability to help residents regain mobility. While the facility is frequently lauded for its warm, family-like atmosphere and attentive nursing, some reviewers have raised serious concerns regarding communication during hospital transfers and inconsistent cleanliness during certain shifts.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff9.0Clean7.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory10.0Comms7.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Exceptional physical and occupational therapy
  • Warm, family-oriented nursing staff
  • Engaging resident activities and programs
  • Strong communication regarding resident status

Concerns

  • Communication failures during hospital transfers (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Inconsistent cleanliness/odor control during night shifts

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2341.0'18(1)4.95.0'20(8)4.95.0'22(3)4.44.0'24(1)4.3'25(6)

Distribution

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30 reviews posted between Nov 15, 2019Nov 23, 2019 · 26 were 5-star
25 reviews posted between May 10, 2021May 14, 2021 · 25 were 5-star
20 reviews posted between Nov 17, 2019Nov 23, 2019 · 16 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

33%response rate
Good

The owner uses a mix of generic templates and personalized responses. When responding personally, they specifically acknowledge the reviewer by name and reference details from the review, such as specific staff members or types of care provided.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the therapy programs here; could you tell us more about how the physical and occupational therapy teams work with residents?
  • 2How do you ensure smooth communication and coordination with hospitals when a resident needs to be transferred out for medical care?
  • 3What steps are taken during the overnight hours to ensure the facility remains clean and comfortable for everyone?
  • 4We are looking for a place with a lot of engagement; what kind of daily activities and social programs do you have planned for the residents?
  • 5How does the nursing staff keep families updated on any changes in a resident's health or status?
  • 6With the recent inspections, what specific improvements or training have been implemented to address the recent health deficiency findings?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

My wife had a 4 week stay to rehab after surgery. This facility had the best care and PT/OT , meals and nursing care anyone could have any where!!!

Rehab patient's family · 2025★★★★★

The team there kept our mom informed of her needs. We couldn't have asked for a better facility.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

I was in therapy at Briar Cliff in March. I used to think picking up bean bags with Lexi silly. However Everytime I get in the car I say thank you Lexi.

Rehab patient · 2025★★★★★
Source: 112 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.35hrs
46%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.27hrs
80%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
38%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
29%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

12

measures

Worse Than Avg

3

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.3%
Better than Avg
Here
11.3%
US
14.4%
TX
16.1%
Panola
26.1%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.9%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
0.9%
US
12.1%
TX
2.5%
Panola
0.2%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.5%
Better than Avg
Here
6.5%
US
15.4%
TX
9.4%
Panola
11.9%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.3%
Better than Avg
Here
12.3%
US
15.3%
TX
14.9%
Panola
21.0%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility22.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
22.4%
US
19.4%
TX
14.2%
Panola
15.7%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.8%
Better than Avg
Here
11.8%
US
19.5%
TX
18.4%
Panola
19.7%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.9%
Better than Avg
Here
96.9%
US
79.7%
TX
88.0%
Panola
97.0%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.8%
Better than Avg
Here
98.8%
US
81.8%
TX
89.2%
Panola
97.7%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
TX
1.5%
Panola
0.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

10deficiencies
2penalties
Above state avg (9.1)
3 complaint-triggered
$160,185 in fines

This facility shows recurring safety concerns, with families filing complaints that led to citations for accident prevention and medication management issues. The most frequent problems involve accident hazards and supervision (appearing in 4 of 5 surveys), medication management (cited 6 times), and fire safety systems. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the persistent pattern of safety and pharmacy service issues across multiple years suggests ongoing operational challenges that families should discuss directly with staff during visits.

Nov 5, 2025Complaint
1
0689Severe

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Jan 30, 2025Routine
12
0689SevereCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0812ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0755ModerateCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

0761ModerateCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0804ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

0880ModerateCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0372ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0511ModerateCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0604MinorCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

0641MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0695MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0929MinorCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.

Dec 13, 2023Routine
12
0689ModerateCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0759ModerateCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0372ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0641MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0645MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

0656MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0692MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0755MinorCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

0758MinorCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

0880MinorCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0908MinorCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0321MinorCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Nov 13, 2023Complaint
2
0607MinorCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

0755MinorCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

Oct 26, 2022Routine
9
0345ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0550ModerateCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

0565ModerateCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

0656ModerateCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0803ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

0812ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0925ModerateCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

0344ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.

0689MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Nov 5, 2025

$15,733

Fine

Jan 30, 2025

$135,980

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Kirbyville I Enterprises, LLC

Organization Type

for profit

Management Company

PF CARTHAGE SNF OPS, LLC

Administrator

AARON BEQUETTE

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Stonegate Senior Living

Chain Size

24 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.9/5 · Rank 9 of 13

Ownership & Management

Owners

Liberty County Hospital District no. 1

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Flanigan, RussellW-2 Managing EmployeeGardner, ShannonOfficer / DirectorGriffin, WilliamOfficer / DirectorStratton, CharlesOfficer / DirectorFregia, MiltonOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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