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Complaint Investigation

The Merriman

Inspection Date: November 26, 2025
Total Violations 18
Facility ID 365859
Location AKRON, OH
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Inspection Findings

F-Tag F0558

Resident Rights Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0558 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0600

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Harm Level: Immediate Jeopardy

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0600 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Scope/Severity Level J: isolated, immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

This represents an immediate jeopardy situation, the most serious level of deficiency.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0602

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0602 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0606

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0606 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.

Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0609

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0609 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0610

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0610 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0627

Resident Rights Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0627 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0686

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0686 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0689 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0690

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0690 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0697

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0697 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0710

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0710 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0740

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0740 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0759

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0759 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0761

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: 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.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0835

Administration Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0835 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0880 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0921

Environmental Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0921 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-11-26.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 18 deficiencies cited during this inspection of THE MERRIMAN.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

📋 Inspection Summary

THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH inspection on recent inspection.

Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.

What this means: Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. All deficiencies must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an F-tag violation?
F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
Were these violations corrected?
Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
How often do nursing home inspections happen?
CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
What should families do about these violations?
Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in AKRON, OH, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from THE MERRIMAN or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.
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