Merkel Nursing Center is a 1-star (much below average) rated 65-bed nursing home in Merkel, Texas. It has 29 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has moderate registered nurse staffing. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated July 2026

merkel nursing center

1704 N 1ST · Merkel, TX 79536
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Overall Rating
Health Inspections
1 / 5
Staffing
3 / 5
Quality Measures
1 / 5
Trend
stable
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.68
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.35
RN Turnover
N/A
Total Staff Turnover
71.1%
Facility Info
Beds
65
Avg. Residents/Day
19
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
29
Complaint Deficiencies
16
Total Fines
$391,887
Number of Penalties
2

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
February 2026 Fine $210,935
August 2025 Fine $180,952

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for Merkel Nursing Center?
Merkel Nursing Center has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars (Much Below Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has Merkel Nursing Center been fined or penalized?
Yes, Merkel Nursing Center has 2 penalty record(s) on file totaling $391,887.
How many deficiencies does Merkel Nursing Center have?
Merkel Nursing Center has 29 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does Merkel Nursing Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Merkel Nursing Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does Merkel Nursing Center compare to other nursing homes in Merkel?
Visit our Merkel, Texas nursing homes page to see how Merkel Nursing Center ranks against other facilities in the area.