Merced Behavioral Center
Scout 100Merced, CA · 96 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Merced's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,860–$14,820/mo
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Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr
510 West 26TH Street, Merced, CA 95340 · Merced County
74
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 87% full (69 of 79 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Merced
Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Merced, CA, with 79 certified beds and an average of about 69 residents per day. It operates as part of the Cambridge Healthcare Services network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.29 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.73 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.29 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •13 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Merced for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 79
- Avg. residents/day
- 69
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Cambridge Healthcare Services
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055249
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 | $9,860–$14,820/mo (median $11,930) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Merced 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
- 4.29
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.73
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 57.5%
- 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)
- 13
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-18
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (24 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-07-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-04-18Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
2025-04-18Severity 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.
2025-04-18Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
2025-04-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-04-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
2025-04-18Severity D — 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.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Studio apartments
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
510 West 26TH Street, Merced, CA
- 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 Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr
How much does Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr cost?
Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Merced, CA area typically runs $9,860–$14,820 per month (median $11,930, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr?
Staff provide about 4.29 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr?
Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr has 24 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr have availability?
Typically 87% full (69 of 79 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr offer?
Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr in Merced, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 79 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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