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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

The Merriman

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

3307629341

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About The Merriman

The Merriman is a nursing home in Akron, Ohio, in Summit County. Public records list 55 beds. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Lionstone Care. It is Medicare certified. We hold 66 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 27 January 2026. CMS also lists 2 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.17 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 July 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

60

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

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

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

59

Inspection history (66)

Records from February 2020 to January 2026.

  • March 14, 2024 · E

    Citation F0555

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-14 under CMS tag F0555 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician. 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
  • March 14, 2024 · D

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-14 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 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
  • January 30, 2024 · F

    Citation F0727

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-30 under CMS tag F0727 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2024 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-30 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2024 · D

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-30 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 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 2024-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2024 · D

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-30 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2024 · E

    Citation F0865

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-30 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 2024-01-30.GOV
  • October 7, 2023 · D

    Citation F0660

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-10-07 under CMS tag F0660 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-11-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-10-07.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · F

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-19 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2023-11-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · F

    Citation F0922

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-19 under CMS tag F0922 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have enough backup water supply for essential areas of the nursing home. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-11-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV
  • August 22, 2023 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 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 2023-11-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-22.GOV
  • August 22, 2023 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 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 2023-11-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-22.GOV
  • August 22, 2023 · D

    Citation F0600

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 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 2023-11-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-22.GOV
  • July 11, 2023 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-11 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 2023-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-07-11.GOV
  • June 27, 2023 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-27 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2023-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-27.GOV
  • February 15, 2023 · E

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-02-15 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 2023-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-02-15.GOV
  • February 15, 2023 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-02-15 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 2023-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-02-15.GOV
  • February 15, 2023 · G

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-02-15 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-02-15.GOV
  • February 15, 2023 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-02-15 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 2023-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-02-15.GOV
  • February 15, 2023 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-02-15 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-02-15.GOV

Penalties (2)

Total fines on file: $134,475

  • November 26, 2025 · Fine

    Citation FINE-136899

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $117,130 against this nursing home on 2025-11-26 (Fine ID: 136899). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-26.GOV
  • January 9, 2025 · Fine

    Citation FINE-78373

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $17,345 against this nursing home on 2025-01-09 (Fine ID: 78373). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

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

Staffing

Latest: 3.17 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.42 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.42 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.17 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.17 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.17 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.26 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit - Corporation

CMS Care Compare chain: Lionstone Care

Chain ID 611 · 24 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 2.5
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.4
  • Chain average staffing rating: 1.7
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.4

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

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  1. Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data

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Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

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

Nearby alternatives

Other licensed providers in Akron, with their own public records.

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Trust & methodology

Where this information came from

Each block below is one file we read, the date on that file, and the fields on this page that came from it. The date is when the source published or we retrieved it, not the day we last looked at this listing.

CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
NPI
CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of July 2026
Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Ownership type, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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