Mainegeneral Rehab & Long Term Care - Gray Birch
37 Gray Birch Drive · Augusta, ME · 04330 · 2076217100
77 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Hospital-based
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.95 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.72 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.93 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 55% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E January 14, 2026
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.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
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.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 14, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 14, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B January 14, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 7, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 7, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 7, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 7, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B August 7, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected July 1, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G May 24, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 8, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 24, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected July 8, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E May 24, 2023
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.
Corrected July 8, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E May 24, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 8, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 24, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 8, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 205054 · certified since August 25, 1983. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.