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HomeMaineMarket Square Health Care Center, LLC

Market Square Health Care Center, LLC

3 Market Square, South Paris, ME 042812077437086WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.2on Google(18 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
76
certified

How Market Square Health Care Center, LLC Compares in Maine

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Maine. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
2/5
ME average
3.1/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
ME average
2.9/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
4/5
ME average
4.1/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.60 hrs/day
ME average
4.34 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.56 hrs/day
ME average
1.05 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
49.4%
ME average
46.7%
Close to state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the Maine average of 3.1/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Maine average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.60 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 4.34.
Reported RN time is 0.56 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 1.05.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
14
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 3, 2022
Most recent cycle
17
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 5, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,476/mo
Maine median
Private Room
$12,723/mo
Maine median
Oxford County 65+
13,313
22.8% of county
County Population
58,276
Oxford County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Market Square Health Care Center, LLC is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in South Paris, Maine with 76 certified beds. It has been operating since 1992. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
76
Avg Residents/Day
68.1
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 1, 1992
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Oxford
Last Inspection
Mar 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
17
Weighted Score
110.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (39)

F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 14, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 14, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 14, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: May 14, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0625Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0655Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Nov 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Oct 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0802Potential for Harm

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

Survey: Aug 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0921Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Aug 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Minimal Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Aug 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 9 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.01 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.03 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.56 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.60 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.91 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.11 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
49.4%
RN Turnover
53.8%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Individual
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ORESTIS, JOHN5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual100%Nov 15, 2014
CYR, GLENW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2008
ORESTIS, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 15, 2014

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Market Square Health Care Center, LLC and nearby alternatives.

All Maine facilities
Market Square Health Care Center, LLC
South Paris, MECurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Norway Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC
Norway, ME1.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Maine Veterans Home - So Paris
South Paris, ME2.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Clover Health Care
Auburn, ME16.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $15,317
Odd Fellows Health Care Center
Auburn, ME16.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Montello Manor
Lewiston, ME17.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $14,518
St Mary's D'youville Pavilion
Lewiston, ME17.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $22,205
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Market Square Health Care Center, LLC
South Paris, ME · Current facility
—2/52/54/5None recorded
Norway Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC
Norway, ME
1.6 mi5/54/54/5None recorded
Maine Veterans Home - So Paris
South Paris, ME
2.1 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Clover Health Care
Auburn, ME
16.4 mi1/51/54/5$15,317
Odd Fellows Health Care Center
Auburn, ME
16.7 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Montello Manor
Lewiston, ME
17.4 mi1/51/54/5$14,518
St Mary's D'youville Pavilion
Lewiston, ME
17.7 mi1/51/54/5$22,205

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Market Square Health Care Center, LLC?▾
Market Square Health Care Center, LLC has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Market Square Health Care Center, LLC cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Maine is $11,476/month for a semi-private room and $12,723/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Market Square Health Care Center, LLC participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Market Square Health Care Center, LLC had any health inspection violations?▾
Market Square Health Care Center, LLC had 17 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 5, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Market Square Health Care Center, LLC?▾
Market Square Health Care Center, LLC provides 4.60 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.56 RN hours, 1.03 LPN hours, and 3.01 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 49.4%.
How many beds does Market Square Health Care Center, LLC have?▾
Market Square Health Care Center, LLC has 76 certified beds with an average of 68.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Individual owned and is part of the North Country Associates chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Market Square Health Care Center, LLC?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Maine, including 1 in South Paris. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Market Square Health Care Center, LLC?▾
On Google Maps, Market Square Health Care Center, LLC has a rating of 3.2 out of 5 based on 18 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

Part of North Country Associates

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