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HomeCaliforniaMerced Behavioral Center

Merced Behavioral Center

1255 B Street, Merced, CA 953402097238814
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
96
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 5/5 stars (above average)

• Has 96 certified beds with an average of 90.7 residents per day (94% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 0 deficiencies (inspected Feb 26, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.03 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 25.3%

Merced Behavioral Center is a 5-star Medicaid certified nursing home in Merced, California with 96 certified beds. It has been operating since 1985. The facility scored above average compared to California facilities.

Beds
96
Avg Residents/Day
90.7
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jun 26, 1985
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Merced
Last Inspection
Feb 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
27.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (18)

F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0585Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Actual Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0730Potential for Harm

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0802Potential for Harm

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Jun 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: May 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0623Potential for Harm

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Survey: Nov 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Nov 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Nov 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.48 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.22 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.33 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.03 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.31 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
25.3%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Merced Behavioral Center?▾
Merced Behavioral Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Merced Behavioral Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Merced Behavioral Center had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Feb 26, 2025). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Merced Behavioral Center?▾
Merced Behavioral Center provides 4.03 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.33 RN hours, 1.22 LPN hours, and 2.48 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 25.3%.
How many beds does Merced Behavioral Center have?▾
Merced Behavioral Center has 96 certified beds with an average of 90.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Merced Behavioral Center?▾
Yes, there are 5 other nursing homes in Merced, California with an average rating of 3.3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Merced nursing homes page.