nursing home in La Porte, IN
Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor
3530 Monroe Street, La Porte, IN 46350 · (219) 841-8020
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor at a glance
Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor is a 81-bed for-profit nursing home in La Porte, Indiana (La Porte County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 25, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 50.7% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Individual
- Beds
- 81
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Miller's Merry Manor
- Medicare-certified since
- October 9, 1986
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- La Porte County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155297
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.82 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.87 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.09 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.31 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50.7% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 18.2% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 28 | 49.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $8,742 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 81 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 56 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 69.3% | 76.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0.7% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10.1% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.8% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.7% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.5% | 11% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.9% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.6% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 25.2% | 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) | 14.8% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 10.5% | 23.3% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94% | 79% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.8% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 25 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 25, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 25, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| May 22, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2024 |
| May 22, 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 July 1, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 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 June 14, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 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 June 14, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Standard | 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 June 14, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 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 June 14, 2024 |
| February 1, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2024 |
| November 28, 2023 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 October 31, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 2, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 2, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 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 5, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 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 May 5, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 14, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOHNSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 06/01/2013 |
| LAKE CITY BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2022 |
| FORVIS MAZARS, LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| JOHNSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2013 |
| KAMRAN, NADEEM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/31/2025 |
| MILLERS HEALTH SYSTEMS INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2013 |
| SPRINGER, KARI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/31/2025 |
| DUNKLE, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| DUNKLE, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| BOYLE, PATRICK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DECOLA, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DUNKLE, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| FORVIS MAZARS, LLP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| HAUG, LORI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| JOHNSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2013 |
| KAMRAN, NADEEM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MILLERS HEALTH SYSTEMS INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2013 |
| ROBINSON, TINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SPRINGER, KARI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| THERACARE INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor's rating?
Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Indiana nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor 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 Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor?
It is for profit - individual and part of Miller's Merry Manor. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor and how do I contact it?
Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor is at 3530 Monroe Street, La Porte, IN 46350. Phone: (219) 841-8020.
About this data
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