Merkel Nursing Center

Inspection history (64)

Records from June 2023 to February 2026.

• July 31, 2024 · E

  Citation F0656

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · D

  Citation F0686

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · E

  Citation F0728

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0728 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · B

  Citation F0732

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0732 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Post nurse staffing information every day. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · E

  Citation F0689

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · E

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · C

  Citation F0576

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0576 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · D

  Citation F0607

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · E

  Citation F0695

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · F

  Citation F0868

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · E

  Citation F0880

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · B

  Citation F0944

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0944 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · E

  Citation F0803

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · E

  Citation F0909

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0909 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• July 31, 2024 · D

  Citation F0558

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-31 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• December 15, 2023 · E

  Citation F0908

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-15 under CMS tag F0908 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Keep all essential equipment working safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 8, 2023 · E

  Citation F0567

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-08 under CMS tag F0567 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 8, 2023 · E

  Citation F0880

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-08 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 8, 2023 · E

  Citation F0711

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-08 under CMS tag F0711 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 8, 2023 · E

  Citation F0761

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-08 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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Penalties (2)

Total fines on file: $397,149

• February 16, 2026 · Fine

  Citation FINE-137431

  CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $210,935 against this nursing home on 2026-02-16 (Fine ID: 137431). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

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• August 22, 2025 · Fine

  Citation FINE-135284

  CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $180,952 against this nursing home on 2025-08-22 (Fine ID: 135284). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

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Staffing

Latest: 3.35 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Ownership

For profit

1. Parent organization: Stroh Properties LP

   parent · PAC 5890285597

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1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

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2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

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3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

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4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

   Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

   Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)