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Palomino Place

3160 GUS THOMASSON ROAD, MESQUITE, TX, 75150
(469) 329-4002
cantexcc.com/snf/palomino-place
120 licensed beds

CMS rates Palomino Place 3 out of 5 overall. Federal inspectors issued 37 citations across 19 inspections in the last three years, with $165,086 in fines. Listing last updated 2026-11-06.

★★★★★3/5CMS Five-Star overall2/5 health inspections2/5 staffing5/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare

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Address

3160 Gus Thomasson Road
Mesquite, TX 75150
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Public record summary

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Bed capacity
120
CMS facility ID
676422
Care type
Nursing home
County
Dallas
Facility name
Palomino Place
Street address
3160 GUS THOMASSON ROAD
City / state / ZIP
Mesquite, TX 75150
Phone
(469) 329-4002
Website
cantexcc.com/snf/palomino-place

About this facility — Palomino Place

Palomino Place is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Mesquite, Texas. It is licensed for 120 beds — close to the median for skilled nursing facilities in Texas (120 beds).

It is one of 41 senior care facilities in Mesquite and 1,179 skilled nursing facilities across Texas. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

It is listed as part of Cantex Continuing Care, a group of 37 facilities on this site.

Federal inspectors have cited Palomino Place 37 times across 19 inspections in the last three years, including 4 food-safety citations, and CMS has imposed $165,086 in fines. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.

This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on November 6, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

Facility background

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Parent company
Cantex Continuing Care
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation

Registered owners & officers

Dallas County Hospital District
Direct owner — 100% stake — since 2020
Castaneda, Edmundo
Officer — since 2022
Cerise, Frederick
Officer — since 2014
Hilburn, Jeffrey
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Johnson, Nicole
Additional disclosable party — since 2023
Palomino Continuing Care Center Ltd. Co.
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2020

Regulatory standing

Federal court records
18 naming its parent company — view the cases (a listed case is not a finding of wrongdoing)
Licensed / certified since
2017-03-15
CMS overall rating
3 of 5 stars
Health deficiencies
13 at the last standard inspection
Federal fines
$165,086 total
Last standard inspection
2025-12-11
Nurse staffing
3.7 hours per resident per day

Cost & payer profile (FY2023 cost report)

Average billed charges
$424 per day (≈ $12,890/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.
Payer mix (resident days)
59% Medicaid · 10% Medicare · 31% private/other
Occupancy
71% (fiscal year 2023)
Vs. state median
53% above the TX median of $277/day — full state cost breakdown

Services & coverage

Licensed beds
120
Medicare
Accepted
Medicaid
Accepted
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Daily Open 24 hours
Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; owners/officers from the CMS Ownership dataset; cost & occupancy from the facility's own CMS cost report; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-11-06. Facilities can submit a correction.

Inspection record

Every citation, dated and graded.

Kitchen & food safety

Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 4 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.
2026-08-11Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0880
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2026-08-12
2026-08-05Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0761
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
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.
Corrected 2026-08-06
13 earlier / fire-safety inspections (35 citations)
2026-05-22Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0600
G · Actual harmFrom a complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2026-05-23
2025-12-11Health inspection10 citations
F-0641
D · No harm found
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F-0659
D · No harm found
Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F-0677
E · No harm found
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F-0690
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F-0695
E · No harm found
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F-0761
D · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F-0880
E · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F-0919
D · No harm found
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected 2025-12-12
F-0921
E · No harm found
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2025-12-12
2025-08-27Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0755
J · Immediate jeopardyFrom a complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2025-08-28
2025-07-30Health inspectionComplaint-triggered2 citations
F-0686
H · Actual harmFrom a complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-08-14
F-0690
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2025-08-14
2025-06-27Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0760
J · Immediate jeopardyFrom a complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2025-08-06
2025-02-01Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0755
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-10-11
2024-08-22Health inspectionComplaint-triggered9 citations
F-0583
D · No harm found
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected 2024-09-11
F-0677
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-09-11
F-0692
E · No harm found
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2024-09-11
F-0755
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-09-11
F-0758
E · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2024-09-11
F-0803
E · No harm foundFood safety
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.
Corrected 2024-09-11
F-0804
E · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-09-11
F-0805
E · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected 2024-09-11
F-0880
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-09-11
2024-07-26Health inspectionComplaint-triggered4 citations
F-0585
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2024-08-15
F-0755
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-05-16
F-0761
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
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.
Corrected 2024-08-15
F-0880
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-08-15
2024-02-13Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0689
J · Immediate jeopardyFrom a complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-01-25
2023-07-19Health inspection2 citations
F-0677
D · No harm found
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2023-07-20
F-0804
E · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2023-07-20
2025-12-04Fire-safety inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
K-0511
F · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-12-05
2024-08-22Fire-safety inspection1 citation
K-0712
F · No harm found
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-09-20
2023-07-19Fire-safety inspection1 citation
K-0351
C · No harm found
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2023-07-20

Federal penalties

2025-08-27Fine$10,516
2025-06-27Fine$145,743
2024-02-13Fine$8,827
2025-06-27Medicare payment denial — 14 days
Total fines$165,086
Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 676422.

Quality of care & staffing

How it compares in Texas.
Inspection citations, 3 years
37
More than 56% of nursing homes in the state
State median: 33
Federal fines, 3 years
$165,086
More than 93% of nursing homes in the state
State median: $15,642
Nurse staffing, hours per resident per day
3.7
Higher than 79% of nursing homes in the state
State median: 3.3
Nursing staff turnover, annual
53%
Higher than 57% of nursing homes in the state
State median: 50%

Resident outcomes

On 19 federal quality measures, this facility does better than the Texas average on 11 and worse on 2. Differences within 10% of the average are shown as near average.

Long-stay residentsThis facilityStateUSCompared with state
Need for help with daily activities has increased13.7%15.8%13.5%Better than state
Lose too much weight4.0%2.9%5.1%Worse than state
With a catheter inserted and left in their bladder0.0%0.3%0.7%Better than state
With a urinary tract infection0.0%0.8%1.5%Better than state
Have depressive symptoms0.0%2.3%13.5%Better than state
Were physically restrained0.0%0.0%0.1%Better than state
Experiencing one or more falls with major injury2.4%3.2%3.2%Better than state
Assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine98.4%96.4%93.7%Near state average
Ability to walk independently worsened22.8%12.9%12.7%Worse than state
Received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication10.7%17.8%19.5%Better than state
Assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine97.0%97.0%95.3%Near state average
With pressure ulcers3.6%3.7%4.5%Near state average
With new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence12.5%12.5%18.3%Near state average
Received an antipsychotic medication1.0%9.8%15.4%Better than state
Short-stay residentsThis facilityStateUSCompared with state
Assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine96.7%88.7%82.3%Near state average
Newly received an antipsychotic medication0.4%1.4%1.5%Better than state
Were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine96.9%85.4%80.1%Better than state
Were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission25.3%25.5%23.4%Near state average
Had an outpatient emergency department visit7.9%12.2%11.8%Better than state
Source: CMS MDS and Medicare claims quality measures, measure period 2025Q3-2026Q2. Averages are computed from all nursing homes reporting each measure.

Cited more than once

The same rule cited at separate inspections can point to a problem that wasn't fully fixed.

  • F-0880 4 inspections. Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
  • F-0755 4 inspections. Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
  • F-0761 3 inspections. 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.
  • F-0677 3 inspections. Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
  • F-0690 2 inspections. Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
  • F-0804 2 inspections. Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

What its owners also hold

  • Dallas County Hospital District has an ownership stake on file at 36 nursing homes, averaging 2.9 of 5 on CMS's overall rating.
Source: CMS ownership filings. Shows organizations with an ownership stake; people are left out.

Verify & compare

Where to check, and what's nearby.

Who to contact in Texas

  • Licensing: Texas Health and Human Services
  • File a complaint: 800-458-9858 · Online
  • Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 800-252-2412. A free advocate for residents and families.
  • Adult Protective Services: 800-252-5400. Some states send facility cases to licensing instead. In an emergency, call 911.
  • Eldercare Locator: 800-677-1116, a federal service for local aging help.

Nearest emergency hospitals

  • Dallas Regional Medical Center, about 2.8 miles. CMS rating 3 of 5.
  • Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Sunnyvale, about 4.3 miles. CMS rating 2 of 5.
  • White Rock Medical Center, about 4.6 miles. CMS rating 2 of 5.
Source: CMS Hospital General Information. Straight-line distance.

Nearby facilities with inspection records

Visitor reviews

What people say on Google.
4.3380 ratings on Google
★★★★★Jonikki Lee · 2026-05-29 · via Google

“Just wanted to give a special shout-out to the staff at Palomino Place. They are very caring and informative to all care of my dad. My meeting with the team today about his care plan was great. The Social worker Pamela made sure all his needs were taken care of. The Ms. Wilkins and Ashley were very caring and easy to speak with. Destiny at the front desk is the best not a day goes by that she does…”

★★★★★Mckenzie Bannister · 2026-03-10 · via Google

“I had a great experience during my clinical rotation here. The staff, nurses, secretary, and everyone working there were incredibly sweet and great to work with. They were all very welcoming and supportive, and they really helped our class learn a lot during our time there. I also truly enjoyed spending time with the residents and learning about them. They were wonderful to talk to and made the ex…”

★★★★★Antonni Moss · 2026-03-25 · via Google

“My great grandmother was recently at the Palomino Place and received excellent care from the following team members. Ms. Patsy, Ms. Dede, Ms. Shannon, Ms. Yvonne Ms. Rebecca, and last but not least Mr. Kerry all provided exceptional care and support throughout her stay. They all went above and beyond for my great grandmother. I would recommend Palomino Place for any of my family members in need o…”

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CMS Nursing Home Compare
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Last verified 2026-11-06
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