The Cottages at Texarkana
Nursing Home · Texarkana, AR
CMS certification number045194
Contact & location
4701 Jefferson AvenueTexarkana, AR 71854
Miller County
- Phone
- (870) 773-7515
- ZIP code
- 71854 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 140
- Residents per day
- 114.8 (82% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal name
- Texarkana SNF Operations, LLC
- Chain
- Southern Administrative Services (35 facilities, avg 3.8★)
- Medicare certified since
- May 15, 1992
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 5.12 (state 4.03 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.61 (state 0.41 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 1.09 (state 0.95 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 3.43 (state 2.67 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 4.53 (state 3.46 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46.8 (state 49.5 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 31.3 (state 44.8 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- March 28, 2025
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 5.0 (state 2.9 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 1
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 20 health · 6 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-28 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2025-04-11 |
| 2025-03-28 | 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. F0803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-11 |
| 2025-03-28 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-11 |
| 2025-03-28 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-11 |
| 2025-03-28 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-11 |
| 2025-01-23 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-02-21 |
| 2025-01-23 | 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. F0726 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-02-21 |
| 2025-01-23 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-02-21 |
| 2024-03-28 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-25 |
| 2024-03-28 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-25 |
| 2024-03-28 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. F0693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-25 |
| 2024-03-28 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. F0806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-25 |
| 2024-03-28 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-25 |
| 2023-02-16 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-17 |
| 2023-02-16 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-17 |
| 2023-02-16 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-17 |
| 2023-02-16 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-17 |
| 2023-02-16 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-17 |
| 2023-02-16 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. F0805 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-17 |
| 2023-02-16 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-17 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years, including $28,022 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-28 | Fine | $28,022 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| 4P2T1 Ops Holding LP (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Alexark1 LLC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Jej Assets LP (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Jej Management, LLC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Ponthie, Sharlot (individual) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Ferguson, Clay (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Jej Assets LP (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Milam, Sheila (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ponthie, John (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ponthie, Sharlot (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| 4P2T1 Ops Holding LP (organization) | Limited Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Jej Assets LP (organization) | Limited Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ferguson, Clay (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Milam, Sheila (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ponthie, Sharlot (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of The Cottages at Texarkana?
The Cottages at Texarkana has a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.4-star average in Arkansas.
How many beds does The Cottages at Texarkana have?
It has 140 certified beds and cares for about 115 residents per day.
Has The Cottages at Texarkana been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $28,022 in the last three years.
Who owns The Cottages at Texarkana?
It is part of Southern Administrative Services and is classified as for profit - limited liability company. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of The Cottages at Texarkana?
(870) 773-7515. The facility is located at 4701 Jefferson Avenue, Texarkana, AR 71854.
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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.