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The Merriman

209 Merriman Rd · Akron, OH 44303 · 55 certified beds

3307629341

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Public record

CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026

CMS designation

Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)

CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.

Source: CMS Provider Information.GOV

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

5.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

61

Inspection history (66)

  • June 26, 2025 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-26 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2025-07-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-26.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 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 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · E

    Citation F0803

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · F

    Citation F0802

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · D

    Citation F0688

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 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 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · D

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 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 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · D

    Citation F0805

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0805 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 23, 2025 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-23.GOV
  • January 9, 2025 · D

    Citation F0759

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-09 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 9, 2025 · D

    Citation F0692

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-09 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-09.GOV
  • January 9, 2025 · E

    Citation F0803

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-09 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-09.GOV
  • January 9, 2025 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-09 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-09.GOV
  • January 9, 2025 · F

    Citation F0804

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-09 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 9, 2025 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-09 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • June 27, 2024 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2024-06-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-27.GOV
  • March 14, 2024 · E

    Citation F0865

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-14 under CMS tag F0865 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-14.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $134,475

Staffing

Latest: 3.42 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Staffing trend (2 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.42 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.42 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: Lionstone Care

Chain ID 611 · 22 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 2.6
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.3
  • Chain average staffing rating: 1.8
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.6

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical OH range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · OH$8,550/mo
See full OH cost breakdownSource: Genworth Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2024

Nursing Homes

Median · OH$9,186/mo
See full OH cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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