Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Orono Commons
117 Bennoch Rd · Orono, ME 04473 · 80 certified beds
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About Orono Commons
In Orono, Maine, Orono Commons is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 80 beds. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Genesis Healthcare. Our copy of the inspection record holds 44 citations, the newest dated 13 January 2026. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.54 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 June 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
36
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
36
Staffing rating
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Cited deficiencies
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Cited deficiencies
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Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
36
Inspection history (44)
Records from March 2023 to January 2026.
May 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 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 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 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 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · B
Citation F0655Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0561Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0561 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0699Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 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 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · B
Citation F0625Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0625 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0725Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0725 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-07-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · B
Citation F0732Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0732 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Post nurse staffing information every day. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0802Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 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 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 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 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 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 2024-07-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOVMarch 28, 2024 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-28 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-28.GOVMarch 28, 2024 · D
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-28 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-28.GOVMarch 1, 2023 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-01 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-03-01.GOVMarch 1, 2023 · E
Citation F0725Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-01 under CMS tag F0725 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-03-01.GOVMarch 1, 2023 · E
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-01 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 2023-04-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-03-01.GOVMarch 1, 2023 · B
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-01 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for 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 2023-04-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-03-01.GOV
Penalties (1)
Total fines on file: $10,358
May 7, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-887CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $10,358 against this nursing home on 2025-05-07 (Fine ID: 887). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-07.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.54 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.57 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.57 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.54 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.54 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.54 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
CMS Care Compare chain: Genesis Healthcare
Chain ID 237 · 184 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 2.4
- Chain average health inspection rating: 2.3
- Chain average staffing rating: 2.5
- Chain average quality measure rating: 3.5
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Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Where this information came from
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