FPoor · score 10/100 · #914 of 916 in Ohio
The Merriman
209 Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44303 · 55 certified beds · For profit - Corporation
Staffing 3.2 nurse hours per resident-daybottom quarter in Ohio
29 health deficiencies at the last standard survey (CMS severity score 267)bottom quarter
$134,475 in fines in 3 years
Why The Merriman is graded F
Each metric below is percentile-ranked against Ohio nursing homes in the same size band (small, 55 beds), then weighted. The score is the weighted sum; A ≥ 72, B ≥ 58, C ≥ 42, D ≥ 28, F below. Nothing here can be edited or paid for.
The Merriman at a Glance
F
10/100
Nurse staffing · weight 30Total nurse hours per resident per day, as reported to CMS (PBJ). Raw: 3.17 h.
10<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Health inspections · weight 30Health deficiencies cited at the last standard survey and complaint surveys, weighted by severity. Raw: 267.
1<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Quality measures · weight 25CMS quality-measure rating: falls, pressure ulcers, rehospitalisation, antipsychotic use. Raw: 4.
24<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Penalties · weight 15Fines and payment denials in the last three years. Raw: $134,475 fines, 0 denials.
3<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>CMS overall star ratingMedicare's own 1–5 rating, shown for reference; not part of our grade.
1/5Data: CMS Care Compare, as of Aug 1, 2026 · graded Sep 11, 2026 · peer group: Ohio, small facilities · CMS record 365859 · How we grade.
Facility details
Address209 Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44303
Phone3307629341
CountySummit
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Certified beds55
AcceptsMedicare Medicaid
Special Focus FacilityNo
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A grade is a shortlist tool, not medical or legal advice. Visit the facility, ask for the latest survey report, and talk to residents' families before choosing.