Nursing home · Merced, CA
Golden Merced Care Center
3170 M Street, Merced, CA 95340 · (209) 723-1056
Golden Merced Care Center is a 121-bed for-profit nursing home in Merced, California (Merced County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1968. On average it cares for 110 residents a day (about 91% of its certified beds). It is part of Golden SNF Operations, a group of 6 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.02 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.37 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.61 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 54% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 62% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 1 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | March 21, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 16 about average |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 7 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: Merced SNF Operations LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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- Merced Behavioral Center ★★★★★Merced · 1.6 mi · 96 beds
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- Anberry Nursing and Rehabilitation Center ★★★★★Atwater · 7.0 mi · 99 beds
Assisted living nearby
- LLC Retirement Homes IMerced · 0.2 mi · 6 residents
- Park MercedMerced · 0.4 mi · 125 residents
- Pacifica Senior Living MercedMerced · 1.1 mi · 93 residents
- Luares Home Care LLCMerced · 1.4 mi · 6 residents
Common questions
What is the star rating of Golden Merced Care Center?
CMS rates Golden Merced Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 2 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Golden Merced Care Center have?
121 certified beds, with an average of 110 residents a day.
Does Golden Merced Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Golden Merced Care Center?
(209) 723-1056. Address: 3170 M Street, Merced, CA 95340.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).