Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Aroostook Health Center
15 Highland Ave · Mars Hill, ME 04758 · 66 certified beds
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About Aroostook Health Center
Aroostook Health Center is a nursing home in Mars Hill, Maine, in Aroostook County. Its reported capacity is 66 beds. It is recorded as a nonprofit operator, part of Eastern Maine Healthcare Services. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 31 citations, the newest dated 17 December 2025. No fine or payment denial is on record against it. Staffing reports put it at 4.95 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
25
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
25
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
25
Inspection history (31)
Records from September 2023 to December 2025.
December 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0756Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0628Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0730Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0730 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0882Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0882 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0881Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVDecember 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOVOctober 17, 2024 · D
Citation F0645Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-17.GOVOctober 17, 2024 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-17.GOVOctober 17, 2024 · E
Citation F0883Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-17.GOVOctober 17, 2024 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-17.GOVOctober 17, 2024 · D
Citation F0699Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0699 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-17.GOV
Penalties
Total fines on file: $0
Staffing
Latest: 4.95 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (3 periods)
- 2026-07-014.95 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-014.95 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q14.95 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2026-07-01. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
Non profit
Parent organization: Eastern Maine Healthcare Services
parent · PAC 5092723346
Recent changes to this listing
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Nursing Homes
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
- Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Ownership type, Parent organization
- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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