The Merriman
Inspection Findings
F-Tag F0558
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.
F-Tag F0600
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.
F-Tag F0602
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.
F-Tag F0606
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.
F-Tag F0609
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.
F-Tag F0610
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.
F-Tag F0627
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.
F-Tag F0686
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.
F-Tag F0689
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.
F-Tag F0690
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.
F-Tag F0697
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.
F-Tag F0710
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.
F-Tag F0740
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.
F-Tag F0759
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.
F-Tag F0761
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.
F-Tag F0835
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.
F-Tag F0880
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.
F-Tag F0921
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.
THE MERRIMAN in AKRON, OH inspection on recent inspection.
Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.