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500 Crockett Blvd Merritt Island, FL 32954 · Brevard County

(321) 454-4035

All 3 nursing homes in Merritt Island, FL (3 take Medicaid)

Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid 180 certified beds Non profit

CMS certification number 105701 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare

Ratings come from CMS and are updated monthly; these are from October 2026. Check the latest inspection report and visit in person before you decide.

Is Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record

There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island as of October 2026.

CMS rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall, above the Florida average of 3.3. Inspectors issued 23 citations in the last three years. CMS reports no fines or payment denials in that time. For short-term rehab patients CMS rates quality 4 out of 5; for long-term residents, 5 out of 5.

Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.

Staffing

Nursing staff spend about 3.67 hours per resident per day at Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island, about the same as the Florida median of 3.67 (US median: 3.72). About 0.50 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 3.34 hours, 9% below its all-week average. 37% of nursing staff left within a year (Florida median 42%).

Nursing care per resident per day 3.67 hours
About the Florida median Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and aides combined, from payroll records.
Registered nurse hours 0.50 per resident a day RNs handle assessments, medications and changes in condition.
Weekend nursing care 3.34 hours Per resident a day. A big drop from weekdays can mean thin weekend staffing.
Nursing staff turnover 37% a year Share of nursing staff who left over a year. Lower usually means steadier care.
Registered nurse turnover 34.8% a year Share of registered nurses who left over a year.
Administrators who left 0 in the past year Frequent leadership changes are worth asking about on a visit.

About this nursing home

Certified beds180
Residents per day 171 About 95% of beds filled, on average
OwnershipNon profit - Other
Payment acceptedMedicare and Medicaid
Certified sinceAugust 1990
Part of a chainSolaris Healthcare
Legal business nameSOLARIS HEALTHCARE MERRITT ISLAND LLC

Paying for care at Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island: Medicare and Medicaid

Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Part A can cover a short skilled-nursing or rehab stay here after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three inpatient days (observation days don't count), for up to 100 days per benefit period. Medicaid can pay for long-term care for residents who meet Florida's income and asset rules. Being certified doesn't guarantee a Medicaid bed is open, so ask whether the home accepts residents whose Medicaid application is still pending.

In 2026 Medicare covers days 1–20 in full after the Part A deductible ($1,736 per benefit period); for days 21–100 you pay $217 a day; after day 100 you pay all costs. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare's coverage rules.

Health inspections

The most recent standard inspection was on June 25, 2026 and found 2 deficiencies. In total, inspectors issued 23 citations in the last three years.

Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

What the inspections found

Over the last three years, inspectors issued 23 citations at Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island across 3 inspection dates. None were at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy levels; 23 were "potential for more than minimal harm" (D–F) and 0 were minimal (A–C). The most common areas cited were quality of life and care (8) and resident assessment and care planning (5). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "honor 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" (tag F0584, level E, June 25, 2026). 1 citation was under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.

June 25, 2026 · 2 citations

EHonor 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.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 13, 2026)

DAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 13, 2026)

August 22, 2024 · 11 citations

EEnsure 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.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

EHave a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

DHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

DDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

DProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

DEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 13, 2024)

November 3, 2022 · 10 citations

EProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 2, 2022)

EProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 2, 2022)

EProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 2, 2022)

EProvide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 2, 2022)

DAssess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 2, 2022)

DEncode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 2, 2022)

DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 2, 2022)

DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 2, 2022)

DProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 2, 2022)

DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 2, 2022)

Questions to ask on a tour of Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island

  1. CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on August 22, 2024. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
  2. Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
  3. When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?

Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no fines or payment denials for this home in the last three years.

Rating history

CMS monthOverallInspectionStaffingQuality
October 2026 5/5 4/5 4/5 5/5
August 2026 3/5 2/5 3/5 5/5
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Location

Hospitals near Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island

The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.

  • 5.5 mi
    Cape Canaveral Hospital Cocoa Beach
    Emergency room ★★★☆☆ Medicare overall 3 of 5
    Median ER visit 2h 50m for patients treated and sent home
  • 11.2 mi
    Viera Hospital Melbourne
    Emergency room ★★★★★ Medicare overall 5 of 5
    Median ER visit 3h 14m for patients treated and sent home
  • 18.1 mi
    Parrish Medical Center Titusville
    Emergency room ★★☆☆☆ Medicare overall 2 of 5
    Median ER visit 3h 25m for patients treated and sent home

Hospital ratings, ER visit times and more at Hospitals In Each State
Source: CMS Care Compare. Distances are approximate.

Nearby nursing homes

Space Coast Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center Merritt Island · 0.4 mi away ★☆☆☆☆ Inspection 1/5 · Staffing 2/5 120 beds · Medicaid
The Terrace at Courtenay Springs Merritt Island · 3.7 mi away ★★★☆☆ Inspection 3/5 · Staffing 2/5 80 beds · Medicaid
Rockledge Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center Rockledge · 4.4 mi away ★★☆☆☆ Inspection 2/5 · Staffing 2/5 107 beds · Medicaid
Sunrise Point Health and Rehabilitation Center Rockledge · 4.6 mi away ★☆☆☆☆ Inspection 1/5 · Staffing 4/5 100 beds · Medicaid
Viera Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center Viera · 10.4 mi away ★★★☆☆ Inspection 2/5 · Staffing 3/5 114 beds · Medicaid

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