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Durgin Pines

9 Lewis Rd, Kittery, ME 03904

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Durgin Pines is a nursing home in Kittery, Maine. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(207) 439-9800
Last standard health inspection
June 10, 2026 (5 months ago)
Certified beds
81
Residents per day, on average
75.4
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Sentry Commons LLC
Chain
Not listed by CMS
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

Fewer health citations than the Maine average (9 vs 31).

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  2. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  3. 2 citations

    Health inspection on June 10, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0557. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 29, 2026.

    • Citation F0628. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 29, 2026.

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  4. 1 citation

    Fire safety inspection on June 10, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 25, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0914 2 times since 2025.

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  5. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  6. CMS update of January 14, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

  7. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  8. CMS update of May 28, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  9. 4 citations

    Health inspection on March 12, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0578. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

    • Citation F0657. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2025.

    • Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0641. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2025.

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  10. 10 citations

    Fire safety inspection on March 12, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation E0037. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Establish staff and initial training requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 15, 2025.

    • Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0712 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0761 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0291. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation K0293. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

    • Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.

    • Citation K0753. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.

    • Citation K0211. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2025.

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  11. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  12. CMS update of September 26, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from January 30, 2024 from $10,161 to $10,255.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from February 20, 2024 from $4,140 to $4,178.

  13. CMS update of June 26, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from November 6, 2023 from $2,098 to $2,117.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from November 13, 2023 from $2,447 to $2,470.

  14. CMS update of May 29, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from October 10, 2023 from $3,145 to $3,174.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from October 30, 2023 from $1,748 to $1,764.

  15. CMS update of April 25, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  16. 2 citations

    Health inspection on April 2, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 24, 2024.

    • Citation F0908. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep all essential equipment working safely.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 24, 2024.

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  17. Fine

    February 20, 2024 (2 years ago)

    CMS fine of $4,178 on February 20, 2024.

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  18. Fine

    January 30, 2024 (2 years ago)

    CMS fine of $10,256 on January 30, 2024.

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  19. 1 citation

    Health inspection on December 22, 2023

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 15, 2024.

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  20. 7 citations

    Fire safety inspection on December 22, 2023

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 12, 2024.

    • Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 12, 2024.

    • Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 12, 2024.

    • Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 12, 2024.

    • Citation K0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 12, 2024.

    • Citation K0754. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 12, 2024.

    • Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 12, 2024.

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Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was Durgin Pines last inspected?

CMS lists June 10, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Durgin Pines have?

CMS lists 9 health citations since December 22, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Durgin Pines been fined?

CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $14,434 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Durgin Pines?

Its CMS overall star rating is 5 of 5.

Is Durgin Pines a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.