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The Merriman
209 Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44303 · Summit County · (330) 762-9341
⚠ Abuse icon — cited for abuse/neglect⚠ Special Focus Facility (chronic non-compliance)
Fewer inspection deficiencies (34) than 2% of nursing homes in Ohio. Rated #12 of 12 nursing homes in Akron by overall CMS stars. Nursing hours per resident day: 3.2 — below the Ohio average of 3.69.
Quality details (CMS data, Oct 2026 release)
| Certified beds | 55 |
| Average residents per day | 46.6 |
| Ownership | For-profit |
| Participation | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Provider chain | LIONSTONE CARE |
| Nursing hours per resident per day | 3.17 (Ohio average: 3.69) |
| — of which RN hours | 0.44 |
| — of which nurse aide hours | 1.69 |
| Staff turnover | 65% |
| RN turnover | 67% |
| Most recent health inspection | Jul 22, 2026 |
| Deficiencies cited (latest cycle) | 34 (Ohio average: 10.3) |
| Weighted inspection score (lower is better) | 298.25 |
| Federal fines in past 3 years | 2 fine(s) totaling $134,475 |
| Payment denials / penalties | 2 |
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Source: U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Provider Information dataset, Oct 2026 release (processing date Sep 1, 2026). Ratings reflect inspection cycles and reported staffing; visit any facility in person before deciding.