C

SOLARIS HEALTHCARE MERRITT ISLAND

500 CROCKETT BLVD, MERRITT ISLAND, FL 32954
Score: 61 / 100

With a score of 61 out of 100, Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island earns a C grade — placing it near the middle of Florida nursing facilities. Families should review the detailed metrics below when considering this Merritt Island location.

Staffing at Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island is near the national average, with 3.62 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 22 deficiencies at Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.62 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.57 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.89 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.16 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.29 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.35 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

22
Total Deficiencies
Aug 21, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 22 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Aug 21, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 21, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0865 Severity E
    Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
    Aug 21, 2024 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Aug 21, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0607 Severity D
    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
    Aug 21, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 3.2% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 2.5% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 8.8% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.2% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 12.7% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 4.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 14.4% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 61 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
180
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 21, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11