Nursing homes in Merced, CA
According to the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare program, Merced has 6 of the 14,703 certified U.S. nursing homes, averaging 3.3 of 5 CMS stars in March 2026, above the 3.1-star California average. Methodology.
- 6
- Certified homes
- 3.3 ★
- Above average for CA · California 3.1
- 1
- Five-star homes
- 555
- Certified beds
All 6 nursing homes in Merced, ranked
| # | Facility | Overall rating | Beds | Fines (3-yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Merced Behavioral Center | 96 | None | |
| 2 | Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr | 79 | None | |
| 3 | Franciscan Post-Acute Care Center | 71 | $9K | |
| 4 | La Sierra Care Center | 68 | None | |
| 5 | Anberry Transitional Care | 120 | None | |
| 6 | Golden Merced Care Center | 121 | $103K |
Ratings in Merced are best read against California and national peers: CMS force-curves the overall star within each state. See the full California directory or the national best-rated ranking.
Before you choose a nursing home in Merced
A star rating is a starting point, not the whole story. These guides explain what drives the numbers:
This page is for general information and comparison only and is not medical advice. CMS ratings measure relative performance, not absolute safety; confirm a facility's current status with the home and your physician or your state survey agency before making a decision.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Nursing Home Compare 5-Star Quality Rating, Merced, CA · 2024 Star ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Updated quarterly by CMS.
