nursing home in Merced, CA
Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr
510 West 26th Street, Merced, CA 95340 · (209) 723-2911
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr at a glance
Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr is a 79-bed for-profit nursing home in Merced, California (Merced County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the California average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 18, 2025) found 15 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 54.5% per year (state average 36.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 79
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Cambridge Healthcare Services
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1970
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Merced County
- CMS Certification Number
- 055249
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.29 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.80 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.50 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.83 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.5% | 36.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 88.9% | 38.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 15 | 16 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 86 | 105.8 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,986 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 79 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 69 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.8% | 88.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.3% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.2% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.5% | 12% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11.8% | 10.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.4% | 9.8% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.8% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.9% | 7.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 12.8% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.8% | 10.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 17, 2026 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 17, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 17, 2026 Complaint | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| March 23, 2026 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 17, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 21, 2025 |
| July 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 29, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2024 |
| July 12, 2024 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2024 |
| September 13, 2019 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 20, 2019 |
| September 13, 2019 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 20, 2019 |
| September 13, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 20, 2019 |
| September 13, 2019 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 20, 2019 |
| September 13, 2019 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 20, 2019 |
| September 13, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2019 |
| September 13, 2019 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected October 16, 2019 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRESCENT FACILITIES OPERATIONS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/19/2008 |
| BERING PROPERTIES LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 6% | 10/10/2013 |
| JENMAX ENTERPRISES LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 23% | 02/01/2007 |
| JK-CSH JV LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 12% | 11/01/2006 |
| MANHATTAN FIVE PARTNERS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 7% | 11/01/2006 |
| WIN WIN ENTERPRISES, LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 35% | 02/01/2007 |
| 510 W. 26TH STREET LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2006 |
| BRETSCH, GREGORY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2019 |
| BUTENKO, JULIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2023 |
| CAMBRIDGE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/20/2025 |
| CAPELA, HEIDI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/03/2023 |
| DAROUZE, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2025 |
| HASSELL, LANCE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2022 |
| JENMAX ENTERPRISES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2006 |
| JK-CSH JV LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2006 |
| LUTZ, LINDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| MANOHARAN, ARUN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/24/2022 |
| SALAZAR, PAULINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/14/2020 |
| SMEDRA, IRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2007 |
| WINTNER, JACOB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2007 |
| WIN WIN ENTERPRISES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2006 |
| SMEDRA, IRA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2007 |
| WINTNER, JACOB Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2007 |
| BH ALLIANCE Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2006 |
| THE JACOB WINTNER TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2006 |
| THE WINTNER LIVING TRUST DATED 7/08/1992 Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2007 |
| WINTNER, JACOB Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2007 |
| LUTZ, LINDA Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2026 |
| BRETSCH, GREGORY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2019 |
| DAROUZE, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/2024 |
| BRETSCH, GREGORY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2019 |
| BUTENKO, JULIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2023 |
| CAMBRIDGE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2014 |
| CAPELA, HEIDI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/03/2023 |
| DAROUZE, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/2024 |
| HASSELL, LANCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2022 |
| KAUR, NEELAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2023 |
| LUTZ, LINDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| MANOHARAN, ARUN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/24/2022 |
| SALAZAR, PAULINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/14/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr's rating?
Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for California nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Cambridge Healthcare Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr and how do I contact it?
Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr is at 510 West 26th Street, Merced, CA 95340. Phone: (209) 723-2911.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.