Best Nursing Homes in Meridian, ID

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 nursing homes in Meridian, ID using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in ID
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Overview of Creekside Transitional Care & Rehabilitation

Creekside Transitional Care & Rehabilitation in Meridian, Idaho, supplies skilled nursing services and short-term respite stays. Continuous clinical oversight accommodates individuals in need of ongoing long-term care as well as those completing post-hospital rehabilitation. Respite options offer brief stays to support family caregivers who require temporary relief.

Holding 139 beds, the facility assigns an average of 3 hours and 12 minutes of hands-on daily nursing coverage per resident. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy programs take place on site, allowing individuals to receive rehabilitative care without traveling to outside clinics. Off-campus transportation services handle medical appointments and essential trips. Financial options encompass Medicare for short-term rehabilitation, Medicaid for qualified long-term stays, and direct private payment.

Prospective residents exploring rehabilitative support or long-term nursing care can connect with Creekside Transitional Care & Rehabilitation to request more information or plan an in-person visit.

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Overview of Aspen Transitional Rehabilitation

Aspen Transitional Rehabilitation provides short-term skilled nursing and nursing home care in Meridian, Idaho. Its rehabilitation services are built around time-limited stays focused on recovery, making the setting a possible fit for someone who needs skilled care and rehabilitation before returning home or moving to the next level of care.

Residents have private rooms, with a private bathroom and shower for personal care within the room. A beauty salon, library, fireplace, and private dining room offer places for grooming, reading, relaxing, and having a meal outside the room.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay lets a family pay directly for the stay. Aspen Transitional Rehabilitation is owned by Advanced Health Care, and home health is one of its specific programs.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Nursing Homes in Meridian at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Meridian, ID. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Meridian, ID. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Meridian, ID. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Meridian, ID

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Idaho?

Assisted living in Idaho is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Idaho Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Idaho Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 2 nursing homes in Meridian, ID. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Meridian, ID?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Meridian, ID, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Meridian, ID?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.