Life Care Center of Melbourne
Scout 91Melbourne, FL · 120 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Melbourne's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,500–$12,300/mo
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Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1415 S Hickory St, Melbourne, FL 32901 · Brevard County
As a proud member of the Excelsior Care Group and its progressive vision of care, we look forward to transforming Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center with exciting new additions. Our round-the-clock nursing home care, high nurse-to-resident ratio, and award-winning healthcare coalesce to provide an experien…
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 88% full (122 of 138 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Melbourne, FL, with 138 certified beds and an average of about 122 residents per day. It operates as part of the Excelsior Care Group network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.35 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.70 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $40,132 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.35 hrs/resident/day)
- •$40,132 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Melbourne options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 138
- Avg. residents/day
- 122
- Ownership
- For profit - Individual
- Part of a chain
- Excelsior Care Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105207
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,500–$12,300/mo (median $10,590) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Palm Bay prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.35
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.70
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 37.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 10
- Federal fines
- 1 ($40,132)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-06
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-03-06Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-03-06Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-03-06Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2025-03-06Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
2025-03-06Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-22 | Fine | $40,132 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chef-prepared meals
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1415 S Hickory St, Melbourne, FL
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
How much does Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center cost?
Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Melbourne, FL area typically runs $9,500–$12,300 per month (median $10,590, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.35 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center?
Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 88% full (122 of 138 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center offer?
Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Melbourne, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 138 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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