NURSING HOME PUBLIC RECORD
CMS lists this provider in Merced, CA, with 96 certified beds, an overall rating of 5/5, and 40 citation rows in the current August 2026 release.
1255 B Street · Merced, CA 95341 · Merced County
The citation files cover the three most recent standard inspections plus qualifying complaint and infection-control inspections in the prior three years. A correction date is a CMS field; this site does not independently verify conditions. Absence from a file is not proof that no issue exists.
CMS supplies 3 survey-cycle rows for Merced Behavioral Center in this release; health and fire inspection dates remain separate.
| Cycle | Health date | Health deficiencies | Fire date | Fire deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 | 2025-02-26 | 0 | 2025-02-26 | 9 |
| Cycle 2 | 2023-06-05 | 14 | 2023-06-05 | 10 |
| Cycle 3 | 2019-11-15 | 3 | 2019-11-15 | 4 |
CMS reports 40 citation rows, including 1 with G–L codes and 0 with J–L codes.
1 row carry G–L scope/severity codes; 0 carry J–L. 8 tag codes appear on more than one survey date. These counts describe citation rows, not residents or incidents.
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-03-24Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-03-24Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-03-24Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-03-24Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-03-24Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-03-24Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-03-24Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-03-24Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-03-24Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-07-07Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-06-26The August 2026 file contains 0 penalty rows and $0 in listed fines for this provider record.
Fine amounts and payment-denial days are shown exactly as aggregated from the current penalties file. They do not imply an unpaid balance.
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Payment-denial days |
|---|---|---|---|
| No penalty row appeared in the August 2026 penalties file. | |||
CMS matched 0 ownership disclosure rows to Merced Behavioral Center; names and roles are reported fields, not independently verified identities.
Names and roles are self-reported CMS disclosure fields. Exact-name pages do not prove that similarly named people or organizations are the same entity.
CMS reports 3.74 total nurse hours and 0.35 RN hours per resident day for this provider.
Staffing fields are provider-reported and case-mix context matters. CMS applies footnotes and exclusions not reproduced as a new score here.
The local peer set contains 5 other published facility records near Merced, CA, with separate bed, rating, and citation-row fields.
Use this ledger to frame questions—not to choose care on its own. Recheck Medicare Care Compare, contact the state survey agency and long-term care ombudsman, and ask the facility about anything you find.
