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Space Coast Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
125 Alma Blvd, Merritt Island, FL 32953 · Brevard County · (321) 453-0202
Fewer inspection deficiencies (15) than 9% of nursing homes in Florida. Rated #3 of 3 nursing homes in Merritt Island by overall CMS stars. Nursing hours per resident day: 3.3 — below the Florida average of 3.82.
Quality details (CMS data, Oct 2026 release)
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Average residents per day | 109.0 |
| Ownership | For-profit |
| Participation | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Provider chain | EXCELSIOR CARE GROUP |
| Nursing hours per resident per day | 3.29 (Florida average: 3.82) |
| — of which RN hours | 0.41 |
| — of which nurse aide hours | 2.15 |
| Staff turnover | 55% |
| RN turnover | 65% |
| Most recent health inspection | Jan 17, 2025 |
| Deficiencies cited (latest cycle) | 15 (Florida average: 7.1) |
| Weighted inspection score (lower is better) | 127.75 |
| Federal fines in past 3 years | 4 fine(s) totaling $128,889 |
| Payment denials / penalties | 4 |
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Source: U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Provider Information dataset, Oct 2026 release (processing date Sep 1, 2026). Ratings reflect inspection cycles and reported staffing; visit any facility in person before deciding.