Nursing home · Akron, OH
The Merriman
209 Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44303 · (330) 762-9341
The Merriman is a 55-bed for-profit nursing home in Akron, Ohio (Summit County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1992. On average it cares for 44 residents a day (about 79% of its certified beds). It is part of Lionstone Care, a group of 28 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars; the average in Ohio is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | Ohio avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.22 | 3.71 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.57 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.80 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 64% | 49% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 80% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 1 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | July 22, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 35 above the state average of 10 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 31 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 2 totalling $93,480 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: Merriman Operations LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of The Merriman?
CMS rates The Merriman 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 stars for health inspections, 1 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does The Merriman have?
55 certified beds, with an average of 44 residents a day.
Does The Merriman accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for The Merriman?
(330) 762-9341. Address: 209 Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44303.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).