Quick answers
- Where is Cove's Edge Inc?
- 26 Schooner Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543, in Lincoln County, Maine.
- What is the phone number of Cove's Edge Inc?
- (207) 563-4608, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Cove's Edge Inc?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Cove's Edge Inc been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Cove's Edge Inc.
- What did inspectors find at Cove's Edge Inc?
- In its last three inspection cycles (August 9, 2023 to January 7, 2026), Medicare lists 14 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (August 9, 2023 to January 7, 2026), Cove's Edge Inc had 14 health citations; the most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.72 hours per resident per day; the Maine average is 4.39 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: January 7, 2026 — 8 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 7, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 8 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0656 Level E
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0842 Level B
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
Previous cycle: October 23, 2024 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: October 23, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0689 Level E
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0761 Level E
“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.”
F0825 Level D
“Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.”
F0584 Level B
“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.”
Earlier cycle: August 9, 2023 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 9, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0732 Level B
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (9)
K0293 Level F
“Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0321 Level D
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0361 Level D
“Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0222 Level D
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0923 Level D
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0223 Level C
“Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.”
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Maine | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 1.15 | 1.06 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.01 | 0.46 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.56 | 2.87 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.72 | 4.39 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.03 | 3.93 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.78 | 0.72 | 0.48 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Lincolnhealth Coves Edge.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (3)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| MaineHealth | Direct owner | 100% | January 1, 2019 |
| MaineHealth Services | Indirect owner | 100% | January 27, 1997 |
| MaineHealth | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | January 1, 2019 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 76 |
| Average residents per day | 39.4 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Lincolnhealth Coves Edge |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1991-06-29 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident and family councils |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 26 Schooner Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 |
| County | Lincoln County |
| State | Maine |
| Phone | (207) 563‑4608 |
| CMS Certification Number | 205067 |
| Name in Medicare records | COVE'S EDGE INC |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Gregory Wing of St Andrews Village12 mi · Boothbay Harbor, ME · 3 of 5 stars
- Winship Green Center for Health & Rehab, LLC16 mi · Bath, ME · 3 of 5 stars
- Breakwater Commons22 mi · Rockland, ME · 2 of 5 stars
- Augusta Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC23 mi · Augusta, ME · 3 of 5 stars
- Mainegeneral Rehab & Long Term Care - Glenridge23 mi · Augusta, ME · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Lincolnhealth0.2 mi · Damariscotta, ME · Critical Access Hospital
- Togus VA Medical Center19 mi · Augusta, ME · Federal/VA Acute Care Hospital
- MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital20 mi · Brunswick, ME · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13