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The Merriman, Akron, OH: 2 star rating, fined $93,480 across 2 fines
The Merriman in Akron, OH is owned by 2 individuals whom CMS lists (names not shown), is rated 2 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $93,480 across 2 fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 64 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on August 26, 2026, and 3 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
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- Address
- 209 Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44303
- Overall rating
- 2 of 5 stars
- Health inspection rating
- 1 of 5
- Staffing rating
- 1 of 5
- Quality measure rating
- 5 of 5
- Certified beds
- 55
- Residents per day
- 44 on average
- Ownership type
- For profit, limited liability company
- Legal business name
- Merriman Operations LLC
- Chain
- Lionstone Care, 28 facilities
- Special focus
- Special focus candidate
- Abuse icon
- CMS shows an abuse icon on Care Compare
- Fines
- $93,480 across 2 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
- Payment denials
- 0
- Health citations
- 64, of which 3 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
- Latest survey
- August 26, 2026
- CMS Certification Number
- 365859
- On Care Compare
- Medicare Care Compare
Fines and payment denials
Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Denial starts | Denial days | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 26, 2025 | Fine | $76,135 | Not listed | data.cms.gov | |
| January 9, 2025 | Fine | $17,345 | Not listed | data.cms.gov |
Recent health citations
Citations from health inspections, newest first.
| Survey date | Tag | What CMS cited | Scope and severity | Status | Corrected on | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 26, 2026 | F689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Past noncompliance | data.cms.gov | |
| July 22, 2026 | F684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G: isolated, actual harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F777 | Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F761 | 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. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F740 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F584 | 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. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 22, 2026 | F550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 14, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| January 27, 2026 | F810 | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 28, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J: isolated, immediate jeopardy | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F761 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F740 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F710 | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F627 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F606 | Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 26, 2025 | F558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 30, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| June 26, 2025 | F812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | July 31, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| June 26, 2025 | F628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | July 31, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F805 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F803 | 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. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F761 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F688 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F584 | 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. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 23, 2025 | F550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 9, 2025 | F689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G: isolated, actual harm | Past noncompliance | December 18, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 9, 2025 | F804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 23, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 9, 2025 | F803 | 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. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 23, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 9, 2025 | F759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 23, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 9, 2025 | F755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 23, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 9, 2025 | F692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 23, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| June 27, 2024 | F812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | June 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 14, 2024 | F865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 30, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 14, 2024 | F842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 30, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 14, 2024 | F555 | Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 30, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 30, 2024 | F865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 30, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 30, 2024 | F842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 30, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 30, 2024 | F727 | 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. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 18, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 30, 2024 | F686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 18, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 30, 2024 | F684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 30, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| October 7, 2023 | F660 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 2, 2023 | data.cms.gov |
Owners and managers
Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 16 individual or personal trusts (2 owners, 5 managers, 4 officers, directors or trustees, 5 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.
Also on SpecStream
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