Merkel Nursing Center
Merkel Nursing Center is a for profit - limited liability company nursing facility in Merkel, Texas. Its CMS overall rating is ★☆☆☆☆ (1 of 5).
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Address | 1704 N. 1st |
| City | Merkel, TX 79536 |
| County | Taylor |
| Phone | 3259285673 |
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Provider type | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Certified beds | 65 |
| Average residents/day | 18.7 |
| First approved (Medicare/Medicaid) | 2005-06-01 |
CMS star ratings
| Rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | ★☆☆☆☆ (1 of 5) |
| Health inspection rating | ★☆☆☆☆ (1 of 5) |
| Quality measure (QM) rating | ★☆☆☆☆ (1 of 5) |
| Staffing rating | ★★★☆☆ (3 of 5) |
CMS rates health inspections, staffing and quality measures separately and combines them into the overall rating. Read the components together: a facility with strong inspections but weak staffing is a different risk than one with the reverse.
Staffing and turnover
| Nurse aide hours | 1.09 h/resident/day |
| LPN hours | 1.58 h/resident/day |
| RN hours | 0.68 h/resident/day |
| Total nurse hours | 3.35 h/resident/day |
| Weekend nurse hours | 2.52 h/resident/day |
| Total nursing turnover | 71.1% |
Higher nurse hours per resident per day generally mean more hands-on care; low turnover suggests a more stable workforce. Weekend hours and RN hours matter most for clinical coverage.
Flags and notes
- CMS abuse icon — cited for abuse in recent survey cycles
- Special focus status: SFF Candidate
Location and contact
Merkel Nursing Center is at 1704 N. 1st, Merkel, TX 79536 in Taylor. Call 3259285673 for admissions and visits.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CMS rating of Merkel Nursing Center?
Merkel Nursing Center has an overall CMS rating of ★☆☆☆☆ (1 of 5), with a health inspection rating of ★☆☆☆☆ (1 of 5) and a staffing rating of ★★★☆☆ (3 of 5).
How many beds does Merkel Nursing Center have?
It is certified for 65 beds and averages 18.7 residents per day.
Who owns Merkel Nursing Center?
It is a for profit - limited liability company facility.