Nursing home · Merced, CA
Merced Behavioral Center
1255 B Street, Merced, CA 95341 · (209) 723-8814
Merced Behavioral Center is a 96-bed for-profit nursing home in Merced, California (Merced County). It has been certified to provide Medicaid services since 1985. On average it cares for 93 residents a day (about 96% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 5 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 | 3.87 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.42 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.05 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 22% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 12% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | August 21, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 5 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| 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: Legal Business Name Not Available. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Merced Behavioral Center?
CMS rates Merced Behavioral Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Merced Behavioral Center have?
96 certified beds, with an average of 93 residents a day.
Does Merced Behavioral Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Merced Behavioral Center?
(209) 723-8814. Address: 1255 B Street, Merced, CA 95341.
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).