Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
The Merriman
209 Merriman Rd · Akron, OH 44303 · 55 certified beds
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About The Merriman
The Merriman is a nursing home in Akron, Ohio. Its capacity is 55 beds, below the Summit County median of 90 for nursing homes. It is run by a for-profit operator and is part of Lionstone Care. It is Medicare certified. Its public inspection record shows 66 citations, the most recent on January 27, 2026. CMS also lists 2 fines or payment denials against it. Nurse staffing averages 3.22 hours per resident per day. It is one of 12 nursing homes listed in Akron. Its public records were last updated in October 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare, updated October 2026
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this nursing home as a candidate for its Special Focus Facility program, which is for nursing homes with a history of serious quality issues. About the program.
Certification
Medicare-certified.
Ratings
Overall
2.0Staffing
1.0Quality measures
5.0CMS Care Compare, October 2026.
Inspection history (66)
Records from February 2020 to January 2026.
January 27, 2026
Tag F0810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected February 28, 2026.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0761Ensure 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.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0710Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0606Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
November 26, 2025
Tag F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 30, 2025.
June 26, 2025
Tag F0628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 31, 2025.
Penalties (2)
Total fines: $134,475
November 26, 2025 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $117,130 against this nursing home on November 26, 2025.
January 9, 2025 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $17,345 against this nursing home on January 9, 2025.
Staffing
3.22 nurse hours per resident per day in Q2 2026, down from 3.42 in Q4 2025.
From the payroll records nursing homes file with CMS.
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of Lionstone Care, a chain of 28 nursing homes.
Average CMS star ratings across the chain: 2.8 overall, 2.4 for health inspections, 1.9 for staffing, 4.6 for quality measures.
Typical cost
CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025
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Nearby alternatives
Other licensed providers in Akron.
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