Quick answers
- Where is Durgin Pines?
- 9 Lewis Rd, Kittery, ME 03904, in York County, Maine.
- What is the phone number of Durgin Pines?
- (207) 439-9800, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Durgin Pines?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Durgin Pines been fined?
- Medicare lists 2 fines totaling $14,434.
- What did inspectors find at Durgin Pines?
- In its last three inspection cycles (December 22, 2023 to June 10, 2026), Medicare lists 9 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (December 22, 2023 to June 10, 2026), Durgin Pines had 9 health citations; the most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). It was fined $14,434 in total (2 fines, the latest on February 20, 2024). Nurse staffing is 4.02 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: June 10, 2026 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: June 10, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0557 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.”
F0628 Level D
“Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.”
Previous cycle: March 12, 2025 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 12, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0578 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.”
F0657 Level E
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0812 Level D
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0641 Level B
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
Earlier cycle: December 22, 2023 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 22, 2023 (standard health inspection); April 2, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0908 Level D
“Keep all essential equipment working safely.”
F0812 Level D
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (18)
K0914 Level F
“Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”
E0037 Level F
“Establish staff and initial training requirements.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0761 Level F
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0914 Level F
“Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0291 Level D
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0293 Level D
“Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0753 Level D
“Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.”
K0211 Level C
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0761 Level F
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0918 Level E
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
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.”
K0712 Level D
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0754 Level D
“Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.”
K0923 Level D
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $14,434 (2 fines). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2024 | Fine | $4,178 |
| January 30, 2024 | Fine | $10,256 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
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 | 1.01 | 1.06 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.42 | 0.46 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.59 | 2.87 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.02 | 4.39 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.78 | 3.93 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.80 | 0.72 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 40.0% | 45.3% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 11.1% | 39.2% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Sentry Commons LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hogan, Joseph | Direct owner | 100% | October 18, 1998 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
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Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 81 |
| Average residents per day | 75.4 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Sentry Commons LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1993-01-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident and family councils |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 9 Lewis Rd, Kittery, ME 03904 |
| County | York County |
| State | Maine |
| Phone | (207) 439‑9800 |
| CMS Certification Number | 205132 |
| Name in Medicare records | DURGIN PINES |
| 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).
- The Edgewood Centre4.7 mi · Portsmouth, NH · 3 of 5 stars
- Cedar Healthcare Center4.8 mi · Portsmouth, NH · 5 of 5 stars
- Saint Ann Rehabilitation and Nursing Center6.6 mi · Dover, NH · 4 of 5 stars
- Langdon Place of Dover8.3 mi · Dover, NH · 5 of 5 stars
- Webster at Rye8.8 mi · Rye, NH · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- York Hospital3.6 mi · York, ME · Acute Care Hospital
- Portsmouth Regional Hospital5.5 mi · Portsmouth, NH · Acute Care Hospital
- Wentworth-Douglass Hospital10 mi · Dover, NH · 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