D70

Dexter Health Care

Grade D 70/100 composite score

For profit - CorporationAbuse Citation

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
2/5
Health Insp.
2/5
Quality
2/5
Staffing
4/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

53

Ownership

For profit - Corporation

Total Fines

$10,033

Last Survey

N/A

64 Park Street, Dexter, ME 04930
2079245516

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
0.75h
LPN
0.55h
CNA
3.07h
Total
4.36h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

EASTERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER

Organization5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Oct 2018

50%

FIRST ATLANTIC CORPORATION

Organization5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Mar 1988

50%

BOWDEN, KENNETH

Individual5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Jun 2019

33%

COFFIN, CRAIG

Individual5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Jun 2019

67%

FIRST ATLANTIC CORPORATION

OrganizationOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Mar 1988

MAINE MEDICAL CONSULTANTS PC

OrganizationOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jul 2024

FRIDMAN, FRED

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jul 2024

JOST, TAMMY

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Feb 2024

OTIS-HIGGINS, ANDREA

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince May 2015

PELKEY, WANDA

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Oct 2024

OTIS-HIGGINS, ANDREA

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince May 2015

PELKEY, WANDA

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Oct 2024

Penalties & Fines (1)

$10,033total fines
DateTypeDescriptionAmount
Oct 31, 2024Fine$10,033

Health Inspection Deficiencies (37)

September 10, 2025Health6 deficiencies
0849DMinimal harm, Isolated

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2025
0550DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2025
0657DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2025
0755EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2025
0760DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2025
0880DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2025
August 26, 2025Health7 deficiencies1 severe
0600GActual harm, Isolated

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 22, 2025
0603DMinimal harm, Isolated

Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 22, 2025
0604DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 22, 2025
0607DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 22, 2025
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 17, 2025
0609DMinimal harm, Isolated

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 22, 2025
0842DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 22, 2025
October 31, 2024Health12 deficiencies1 severe
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0684EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0727DMinimal harm, Isolated

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0760GActual harm, Isolated

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0880EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0561DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0584DMinimal harm, Isolated

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0686DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0711DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0758DMinimal harm, Isolated

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0812DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
0842DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 25, 2024
November 8, 2023Health10 deficiencies
0550DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 15, 2023
0577BNo harm, Pattern

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 15, 2023
0685DMinimal harm, Isolated

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 15, 2023
0686DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 15, 2023
0697DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 15, 2023
0755DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 15, 2023
0761DMinimal harm, Isolated

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 15, 2023
0770EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 15, 2023
0776DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 15, 2023
0880DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 15, 2023
October 17, 2023Health1 deficiency
0689DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 5, 2023
August 30, 2023Health1 deficiency
0689DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 25, 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for Dexter Health Care?

Dexter Health Care in Dexter, Maine has a CareGrader grade of D (Below Average), with a composite score of 69.5 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for Dexter Health Care?

Dexter Health Care has an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 2/5, and a staffing rating of 4/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does Dexter Health Care have?

Dexter Health Care has 37 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). This facility has abuse citations on record. View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

Has Dexter Health Care been fined?

Yes. Dexter Health Care has $10,033 in total fines from CMS enforcement actions across 1 penalty.

How many beds does Dexter Health Care have?

Dexter Health Care has 53 certified beds with approximately 46 current residents (87% occupancy). The facility is located at 64 Park Street, Dexter, Maine 04930. It is a for profit - corporation facility.

Data Disclaimer

Inspection data, staffing levels, and star ratings are sourced from CMS Medicare Nursing Home Compare and are largely self-reported by facilities. A 2019 GAO study found that 43% of facilities under-reported falls. CareGrader provides this data for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with CMS or Medicare. Always visit facilities in person before making a decision.