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Market Square Health Care Center, LLC

3 Market Square, South Paris, ME 04281

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Market Square Health Care Center, LLC is a nursing home in South Paris, 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.

At a glance

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.

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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 8, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Special Focus Facility

      CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.

  2. Health inspection on May 14, 2026

    20 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    Show the 20 citations
    • Citation F0550. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

    • Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 3, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0584 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0628. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 26, 2026.

    • Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0656 4 times since 2022.

    • Citation F0678. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

    • Citation F0689. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 June 26, 2026.

    • Citation F0695. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0695 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0755. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0755 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0761 3 times since 2022.

    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 August 3, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0867. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 3, 2026.

    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0940. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

    • Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0558 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0583. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

    • Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

    • Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0641 2 times since 2022.

    • Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0655 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0842 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0947. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.

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  3. Fire safety inspection on May 14, 2026

    3 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • 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 June 12, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0712 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 12, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0211 3 times since 2022.

    • 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 June 12, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0363 2 times since 2025.

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  4. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

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

  5. CMS update of March 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  6. Health inspection on March 5, 2025

    13 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    Show the 13 citations
    • Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0625. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0655. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0755. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0842. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

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  7. Fire safety inspection on March 5, 2025

    20 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • 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 April 17, 2025.

    • Citation K0133. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2025.

    • Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2025.

    • Citation K0222. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.

    • Citation K0223. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2025.

    • 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 April 9, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0291 2 times since 2022.

    • 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 April 15, 2025.

    • 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 April 15, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0321 2 times since 2022.

    • Citation K0331. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Construct fire resistant interior walls.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2025.

    • Citation K0351. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

    • Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2022.

    • 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 April 15, 2025.

    • Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2025.

    • Citation K0741. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2025.

    • 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 April 8, 2025.

    • Citation K0911. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0911 2 times since 2022.

    • Citation K0914. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 May 6, 2025.

    • Citation K0918. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 12, 2025.

    • Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.

    • Citation K0753. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2025.

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  8. Health inspection on December 19, 2024

    3 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.

    • Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.

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  9. Health inspection on November 5, 2024

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0908. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 20, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0908 2 times since 2024.

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  10. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  11. Health inspection on October 7, 2024

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 November 18, 2024.

    • Citation F0908. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 18, 2024.

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  12. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  13. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  14. Health inspection on August 3, 2022

    8 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0802. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 2, 2022.

    • Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 2, 2022.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 2, 2022.

    • Citation F0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 2, 2022.

    • Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 September 2, 2022.

    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 2, 2022.

    • 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 September 2, 2022.

    • Citation F0943. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 2, 2022.

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  15. Fire safety inspection on August 3, 2022

    6 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • 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 September 8, 2022.

    • Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 8, 2022.

    • 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 September 8, 2022.

    • Citation K0291. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 8, 2022.

    • Citation K0353. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 8, 2022.

    • Citation K0911. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 26, 2022.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(207) 743-7086
Last standard health inspection
May 14, 2026 (5 months ago)
Certified beds
76
Residents per day, on average
70.6
Ownership type
For profit - Individual
Legal business name
Market Square Health Care Center LLC
Chain
North Country Associates
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Maine average (47 vs 31).

Owners and managers

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

Questions

When was Market Square Health Care Center, LLC last inspected?

CMS lists May 14, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Market Square Health Care Center, LLC have?

CMS lists 47 health citations since August 3, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Market Square Health Care Center, LLC been fined?

CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.

What is the CMS star rating of Market Square Health Care Center, LLC?

Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.

Is Market Square Health Care Center, LLC a Special Focus Facility?

Yes. CMS lists it as a Special Focus Facility candidate.

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