Quick answers
- Where is The Merriman?
- 209 Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44303, in Summit County, Ohio.
- What is the phone number of The Merriman?
- (330) 762-9341, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of The Merriman?
- Medicare overall rating: 2 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has The Merriman been fined?
- Medicare lists 2 fines totaling $93,480.
- What did inspectors find at The Merriman?
- In its last three inspection cycles (February 15, 2023 to August 26, 2026), Medicare lists 72 health citations; the most serious was level J. 4 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (February 15, 2023 to August 26, 2026), The Merriman had 72 health citations; the most serious was level J (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 4 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $93,480 in total (2 fines, the latest on November 26, 2025). Nurse staffing is 3.22 hours per resident per day; the Ohio average is 3.71 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: July 22, 2026 — 35 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 26, 2025 (complaint investigation); January 27, 2026 (complaint investigation); July 22, 2026 (complaint investigation); July 22, 2026 (standard health inspection); August 26, 2026 (complaint investigation).
F0600 Level J
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
F0684 Level G
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 33 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0761 Level F
“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.”
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0921 Level F
“Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”
F0606 Level F
“Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.”
F0835 Level F
“Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.”
F0921 Level F
“Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”
F0584 Level E
“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.”
F0692 Level E
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0810 Level E
“Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.”
F0740 Level E
“Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0698 Level D
“Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.”
F0740 Level D
“Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.”
F0777 Level D
“Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.”
F0791 Level D
“Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0558 Level D
“Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.”
F0602 Level D
“Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0627 Level D
“Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0690 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”
F0697 Level D
“Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.”
F0710 Level D
“Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Previous cycle: January 23, 2025 — 19 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 9, 2025 (complaint investigation); January 23, 2025 (standard health inspection); June 26, 2025 (complaint investigation).
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 18 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0802 Level F
“Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.”
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0804 Level F
“Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.”
F0584 Level E
“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.”
F0803 Level E
“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.”
F0803 Level E
“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.”
F0628 Level D
“Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0688 Level D
“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.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
F0805 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
Earlier cycle: February 15, 2023 — 18 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 15, 2023 (standard health inspection); October 7, 2023 (complaint investigation); January 30, 2024 (complaint investigation); March 14, 2024 (complaint investigation); June 27, 2024 (complaint investigation).
F0686 Level G
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 17 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0727 Level F
“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.”
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0555 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.”
F0865 Level E
“Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.”
F0865 Level E
“Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0921 Level E
“Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0660 Level D
“Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0806 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.”
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 (39)
E0004 Level F
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0039 Level F
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0511 Level F
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
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.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0232 Level E
“Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.”
K0741 Level E
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0920 Level E
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
E0037 Level F
“Establish staff and initial training requirements.”
K0161 Level F
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0211 Level F
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0291 Level F
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0321 Level F
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0511 Level F
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0521 Level F
“Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0741 Level F
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0920 Level F
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0225 Level E
“Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.”
K0753 Level E
“Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.”
K0925 Level E
“Ensure that sources of ignition are removed from patients receiving respiratory therapy.”
E0036 Level F
“Establish emergency prep training and testing.”
K0293 Level F
“Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0741 Level F
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0761 Level F
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0351 Level E
“Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0923 Level E
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
E0006 Level C
“Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $93,480 (2 fines). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| November 26, 2025 | Fine | $76,135 |
| January 9, 2025 | Fine | $17,345 |
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 | Ohio | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.57 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.95 | 0.95 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.70 | 2.12 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.22 | 3.71 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.80 | 3.29 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.60 | 0.43 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 63.8% | 49.0% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 80.0% | 44.4% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 28 nursing homes: Lionstone Care.
Legal business name: Merriman Operations LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kazarnovsky, Solomon | Direct owner | 50% | April 8, 2021 |
| Stein, Abba | Direct owner | 50% | April 8, 2021 |
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 | 55 |
| Average residents per day | 43.5 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Lionstone Care |
| Legal business name | Merriman Operations LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1992-01-13 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 209 Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44303 |
| County | Summit County |
| State | Ohio |
| Phone | (330) 762‑9341 |
| CMS Certification Number | 365859 |
| Name in Medicare records | THE MERRIMAN |
| 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).
- Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center0.6 mi · Akron, OH · 3 of 5 stars
- Ohio Living Rockynol0.8 mi · Akron, OH · 5 of 5 stars
- Highland Square Nursing and Rehabilitation0.8 mi · Akron, OH · 2 of 5 stars
- Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe1.5 mi · Akron, OH · 2 of 5 stars
- Wyant Woods Healthcare Center3.9 mi · Akron, OH · 2 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Akron Children's Hospital1.6 mi · Akron, OH · Children's Hospital
- Akron General Medical Center2.0 mi · Akron, OH · Acute Care Hospital
- Summa Western Reserve Hospital2.8 mi · Cuyahoga Falls, OH · 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