nursing home in Merritt Island, FL
Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island
500 Crockett Blvd, Merritt Island, FL 32954 · (321) 454-4035
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island at a glance
Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island is a 180-bed non-profit nursing home in Merritt Island, Florida (Brevard County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 25, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 38.8% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 180
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Solaris Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- August 1, 1990
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Brevard County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105701
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.65 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.55 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.18 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.32 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.8% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 46% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 23 | 63 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Florida 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 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 180 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 172 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.6% | 88.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.1% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.5% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.3% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.7% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.5% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.3% | 4.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 8.9% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14% | 10.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 99.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.2% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida 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% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 25, 2026 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 July 23, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 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 13, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2026 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 22, 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 September 13, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 22, 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 September 13, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 22, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| November 3, 2022 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 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 December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERRITT ISLAND HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/20/2015 |
| SOLARIS FOUNDATION INC. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/06/2015 |
| SOLARIS HEALTHCARE PROPERTIES LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/06/2015 |
| BELL, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| CORLEY, SHAWN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| PARKER, SHELBY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2016 |
| RABINOWITZ, JOSEPH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/08/2026 |
| WILKINS, STACEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2025 |
| BELL, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| BERKOWITZ, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| BUXBAUM, MIRIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| HERZKA, CHAIM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| LUNSFORD, CHARISH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2018 |
| MAYER, KAREN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2025 |
| OBERLANDER, JOSEPH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| WILKINS, STACEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/21/2024 |
| BELL, THOMAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| CORLEY, SHAWN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| LUNSFORD, CHARISH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2018 |
| MAYER, KAREN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2025 |
| WILKINS, STACEY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/21/2024 |
| PARKER, LAURIE Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2025 |
| CORLEY, SHAWN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| CORLEY, SHAWN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| LUNSFORD, CHARISH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2018 |
| MAYER, KAREN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2025 |
| WILKINS, STACEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/21/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island's rating?
Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Florida nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island 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 Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island?
It is non profit - other and part of Solaris Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island and how do I contact it?
Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island is at 500 Crockett Blvd, Merritt Island, FL 32954. Phone: (321) 454-4035.
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.