Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

The Meridian

2228 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550 · Galveston County

Skilled Nursing and Rehab, Long-Term Care, Short-Term Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Retirement Community

4.0CMS overall rating(409) 763-6437 Visit website ↗

Strong

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 68% full — availability is generally good.

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 Galveston

The Meridian is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Galveston, TX, with 96 certified beds and an average of about 65 residents per day. It operates as part of the Rj Meridian Care network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.42 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.77 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.42 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Galveston for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 96
Avg. residents/day: 65
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Rj Meridian Care
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 676260

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$5,280–$7,920/mo (median $6,380)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,650–$7,460/mo (median $5,340)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Houston prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.42; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.77; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 56.2%; 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): 6
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-10-30
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (14 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.

2023-09-14Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.

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

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Fitness center
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library

Location

2228 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Google

3.9

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Common questions about The Meridian

How much does The Meridian cost?

The Meridian does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Galveston, TX area typically runs $5,280–$7,920 per month (median $6,380, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is The Meridian's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates The Meridian 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at The Meridian?

Staff provide about 4.42 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at The Meridian?

The Meridian has 14 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does The Meridian have availability?

Typically 68% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does The Meridian offer?

The Meridian in Galveston, TX offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 96 beds.

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