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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)

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 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 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 · 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
  • 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 F0806

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-02-15 under CMS tag F0806 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. 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

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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