La Porte, IN

Miller's Health & Rehab By Miller's Merry Manor

3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 6 recent health deficiencies with 3 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

3530 Monroe Street, La Porte, IN

(219) 841-8020

Compare this facility

Overall

3 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

3 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

3 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

Certified beds

Average residents

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Miller's Merry Manor

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1986-10-09

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Chain footprint

14 facilities

Chain averages 4 overall / 4 health / 3 staffing / 4 quality stars

Changed ownership

Within the last 12 months

Family council

Yes

Resident and family council reported

Sprinklers

Yes

Automatic sprinklers in all required areas

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.89

Registered nurse staffing · state 0.66 · national 0.68

LPN hours / resident day

1.01

Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.77 · national 0.87

Aide hours / resident day

2.18

Nurse aide staffing · state 2.27 · national 2.35

Total nurse hours

4.08

All reported nurse hours · state 3.71 · national 3.89

Licensed hours

1.90

RN + LPN hours · state 1.44 · national 1.54

Weekend hours

3.51

Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.24 · national 3.43

Weekend RN hours

0.31

Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.45 · national 0.47

Physical therapist

0.04

Reported PT staffing · state 0.06 · national 0.07

Adjusted RN hours

0.84

CMS adjusted RN staffing hours

Adjusted total hours

3.85

CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours

Case-mix index

1.45

Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity

RN turnover

33%

Annual RN turnover · state 42% · national 45%

Total nurse turnover

45%

Annual nurse turnover · state 47% · national 46%

SNF VBP

Value-based purchasing

Program rank

10,847

Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.

Performance score

18.90

Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.

Payment multiplier

0.9821

Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.

Program components

How the VBP score is built

Readmission

1.24

Baseline 22.40% · Performance 21.47% · Measure score 1.24 · Achievement 0 · Improvement 1.24

Healthcare-associated infections

Baseline 7.75% · Performance 8.89% · Measure score 0 · Achievement 0 · Improvement 0

Total nurse turnover

3.53

Baseline 51.85% · Performance 49.23% · Measure score 3.53 · Achievement 3.53 · Improvement 0.47

Adjusted total nurse staffing

2.79

Baseline 3.49 hours · Performance 3.87 hours · Measure score 2.79 · Achievement 2.79 · Improvement 1.15

SNF QRP

Medicare quality reporting measures

Measure	Facility	National	Note
Potentially preventable 30-day readmission	12.03%	10.72% 1.3 pts worse	No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 301 · Observed rate 11.96% · Lower 95% interval 9.47%
Discharge to community	60.41%	50.57% 9.8 pts better	Better than the National Rate · Eligible stays 312 · Observed rate 56.73% · Lower 95% interval 55.69%
Medicare spending per beneficiary	1.07	1.02 0.1 pts worse
Drug regimen review with follow-up	96.17%	95.27% 0.9 pts better	Numerator 201 · Denominator 209
Falls with major injury	1.44%	0.77% 0.7 pts worse	Numerator 3 · Denominator 209
Discharge self-care score	55.28%	53.69% 1.6 pts better	Numerator 89 · Denominator 161
Discharge mobility score	67.08%	50.94% 16.1 pts better	Numerator 108 · Denominator 161
Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened	7.66%	2.29% 5.4 pts worse	Numerator 16 · Denominator 209 · Adjusted rate 9.68%
Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization	8.89%	7.12% 1.8 pts worse	No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 214 · Observed rate 8.88% · Lower 95% interval 6.16%
Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage	6.74%	8.2% 1.5 pts worse	Numerator 6 · Denominator 89
Staff flu vaccination coverage	21.95%	42% 20.1 pts worse	Numerator 27 · Denominator 123
Discharge function score	65.22%	56.45% 8.8 pts better	Numerator 105 · Denominator 161
Transfer of health information to provider	100%	95.95% 4 pts better	Numerator 88 · Denominator 88
Transfer of health information to patient	97.96%	96.28% 1.7 pts better	Numerator 96 · Denominator 98
Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date	25.69%	25.2% 0.5 pts better	Numerator 28 · Denominator 109

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure	Facility	State	National	Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days	1.3	1.6 0.3 pts better	1.9 0.6 pts better	Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.3 · Observed 1.1 · Expected 1.6 · Used in QM five-star
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days	2.6	1.5 1.1 pts worse	1.8 0.8 pts worse	Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 2.6 · Observed 2.2 · Expected 1.4 · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine	100.0%	93.6% 6.4 pts better	93.4% 6.6 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 100.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine	100.0%	95.4% 4.6 pts better	95.5% 4.5 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 100.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury	3.9%	3.8% 0.1 pts worse	3.3% 0.6 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 6.7% · Q2 6.2% · Q3 3.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 3.9% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms	0.8%	24.6% 23.8 pts better	11.4% 10.6 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.6% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight	1.8%	5.6% 3.8 pts better	5.4% 3.6 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 3.2% · Q4 3.6% · 4Q avg 1.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication	13.3%	23.5% 10.2 pts better	19.6% 6.3 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 14.3% · Q2 6.9% · Q3 15.6% · Q4 16.1% · 4Q avg 13.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication	4.9%	14.8% 9.9 pts better	16.7% 11.8 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.3% · Q2 3.7% · Q3 6.9% · Q4 4.3% · 4Q avg 4.9% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained	0.0%	0.0% About the same	0.1% 0.1 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened	19.5%	13.3% 6.2 pts worse	16.3% 3.2 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 19.5% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased	19.8%	11.7% 8.1 pts worse	14.9% 4.9 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 17.9% · Q2 18.5% · Q3 25.8% · Q4 16.7% · 4Q avg 19.8% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder	0.6%	0.4% 0.2 pts worse	1.0% 0.4 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 2.4% · 4Q avg 0.6% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection	4.1%	1.2% 2.9 pts worse	1.7% 2.4 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.6% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 3.1% · Q4 10.0% · 4Q avg 4.1% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence	14.7%	24.2% 9.5 pts better	19.8% 5.1 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 11.0% · Q2 23.1% · Q3 11.0% · Q4 13.6% · 4Q avg 14.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers	15.2%	4.1% 11.1 pts worse	5.1% 10.1 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 28.8% · Q2 10.2% · Q3 13.0% · Q4 10.2% · 4Q avg 15.2% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine	97.3%	81.6% 15.7 pts better	81.7% 15.6 pts better	Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 99.4% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 95.1% · Q4 94.8% · 4Q avg 97.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit	18.5%	10.5% 8 pts worse	12.0% 6.5 pts worse	Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 18.5% · Observed 16.7% · Expected 10.1% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication	0.2%	1.3% 1.1 pts better	1.6% 1.4 pts better	Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 1.0% · 4Q avg 0.2% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine	94.0%	79.0% 15 pts better	79.7% 14.3 pts better	Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 94.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission	19.9%	22.4% 2.5 pts better	23.9% 4 pts better	Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 19.9% · Observed 17.2% · Expected 20.6% · Used in QM five-star

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-07-25 · Fire 2025-07-25

6 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

3 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-05-22 · Fire 2024-05-22

7 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)

8 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2023-04-14 · Fire 2023-04-14

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)

2 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Miscellaneous (1 deficiency)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-25

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-12-05

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-25

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-11-25

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-25

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-12-05

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

Corrected 2024-07-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2024-07-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2024-07-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

K325 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

Corrected 2024-07-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2024-07-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2024-07-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2024-07-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

K753 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

Corrected 2024-07-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-14

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2023-06-02

C · Minimal harm 2023-04-14

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2023-06-02

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-25

F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-08-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-25

F583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Corrected 2025-08-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-25

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-08-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-25

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2025-08-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-25

F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Corrected 2025-08-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-25

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-08-25

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Corrected 2024-06-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

F561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Corrected 2024-06-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-06-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-06-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2024-06-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-06-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-22

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2024-06-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-01

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2024-02-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-28

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-10-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-29