Cedar Ridge Center

Name: Cedar Ridge Center
Address: 23 CEDAR RIDGE DRIVE, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, US
Telephone: 2074749686

23 Cedar Ridge Drive, Skowhegan, ME 04976 · Somerset County · 75 certified beds · avg 70 residents/day · certified since Aug 8, 1989

Part of chain: GENESIS HEALTHCARE (184 facilities, chain avg rating 2.4★)

3/5

Health inspection rating (on-site)

Serious findings on record

Fines, last 3 years

3.10

Nurse hours/resident/day (adjusted)

What health inspectors found (on-site government inspections — the most independent evidence available)

Health inspection rating: ★★★☆☆3/5 · CMS overall rating: 3/5

The health inspection star above is graded on a curve within each state — a set share of each state's facilities gets each star level — so a facility can have few citations and still rate 2–3 stars if others in its state did even better. The overall rating combines that inspection score with staffing and self-reported quality measures.

All citations in the current public record (44)

CMS publishes roughly the last three inspection cycles plus recent complaint investigations. Older surveys drop out of the record as new ones are completed.

Date	Severity	What the facility was cited for
Apr 16, 2026	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment, including safe support for residents' daily living needs.
Apr 16, 2026	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not make sure the resident's doctor reviewed their care and wrote, signed, and dated progress notes and orders at each required visit.
Apr 16, 2026	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not get its food from approved, safe sources, or did not store, prepare, and serve food according to professional food safety standards.
Apr 16, 2026	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not have or follow an effective program to prevent and control infections — such as proper hand washing, cleaning, and isolation practices. This is the most commonly cited deficiency nationwide.
Apr 16, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not honor residents' right to voice complaints without discrimination or retaliation, or did not have a working complaint process that resolves issues promptly.
Apr 16, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility gave residents unnecessary mind-altering (psychotropic) medications, or used drugs in a way that restrained residents by dulling their ability to think, move, or function.
Apr 16, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not coordinate resident assessments with the state's pre-admission screening program for mental illness and intellectual disabilities, or failed to refer residents for the special services they need.
Apr 16, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide treatment and care that follows the doctor's orders and matches the resident's own preferences and goals.
Jun 3, 2025	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not have enough nursing staff each day to meet every resident's needs, or did not have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Adequate staffing is one of the strongest predictors of good care. · from a complaint
Jun 3, 2025	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not treat all residents equally in transfers, discharges, and services — treatment differed based on how a resident paid, such as Medicaid versus private pay. · from a complaint
Jan 30, 2025	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not develop or follow a complete care plan for each resident — the written roadmap covering all of a resident's needs, with measurable goals and timelines.
Jan 30, 2025	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not provide safe and appropriate respiratory care — such as oxygen, breathing treatments, or care for residents on breathing equipment — for residents who needed it.
Jan 30, 2025	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not have enough nursing staff each day to meet every resident's needs, or did not have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Adequate staffing is one of the strongest predictors of good care. · from a complaint
Jan 30, 2025	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not provide pharmacy services that meet each resident's needs, or did not employ or contract with a licensed pharmacist.
Jan 30, 2025	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not get its food from approved, safe sources, or did not store, prepare, and serve food according to professional food safety standards.
Jan 30, 2025	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not properly inform residents or their representatives about arbitration agreements — contracts that give up the right to sue in court — including their right to refuse to sign.
Jan 30, 2025	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not have or follow an effective program to prevent and control infections — such as proper hand washing, cleaning, and isolation practices. This is the most commonly cited deficiency nationwide.
Jan 30, 2025	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not treat residents with dignity and respect, or did not honor their rights to make their own decisions and communicate freely. This is one of the most fundamental resident rights.
Jan 30, 2025	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not honor residents' right to share a room with their spouse or a roommate of their choosing, or moved residents to a different room without written notice beforehand. · from a complaint
Jan 30, 2025	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop a resident's complete plan of care within 7 days of the full assessment, or the plan wasn't prepared, reviewed, and updated by a team of health professionals as required.
Jan 30, 2025	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not try to gradually reduce doses of mood- and mind-altering medications or use non-drug approaches first, as required, or used 'as needed' psychiatric drugs without proper limits.
Jan 30, 2025	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not label drugs according to professional standards or did not store them in locked compartments, with controlled drugs (medications with a high risk of misuse) kept under a separate lock.
Jan 30, 2025	B · Minimal risk, repeated	The facility did not honor residents' rights to request, refuse, or stop treatment, to decline participation in medical research, or to make an advance directive — a written statement of their wishes for future medical care.
Jan 15, 2025	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not create and follow a basic care plan covering a new resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of admission. The first days are when a new resident is most vulnerable. · from a complaint
Jan 15, 2025	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not protect residents' personal information or did not keep complete, accurate medical records that meet professional standards. · from a complaint
Sep 3, 2024	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not keep residents' medications free from unnecessary drugs. Residents should only take medicines they truly need, at the right dose, for a clear reason. · from a complaint
Sep 3, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not immediately notify the resident, their doctor, and a family member when something significant happened — such as an injury, a decline in health, or a room change. Families and doctors are entitled to know right away. · from a complaint
Sep 3, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not create and follow a basic care plan covering a new resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of admission. The first days are when a new resident is most vulnerable. · from a complaint
Sep 3, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop or follow a complete care plan for each resident — the written roadmap covering all of a resident's needs, with measurable goals and timelines. · from a complaint
Sep 3, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop a resident's complete plan of care within 7 days of the full assessment, or the plan wasn't prepared, reviewed, and updated by a team of health professionals as required. · from a complaint
Sep 3, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide safe and appropriate respiratory care — such as oxygen, breathing treatments, or care for residents on breathing equipment — for residents who needed it. · from a complaint
Sep 3, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not protect residents' personal information or did not keep complete, accurate medical records that meet professional standards. · from a complaint
Sep 3, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not have or follow an effective program to prevent and control infections — such as proper hand washing, cleaning, and isolation practices. This is the most commonly cited deficiency nationwide. · from a complaint
Sep 3, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not keep all essential equipment working safely — things like heating and cooling systems, kitchen equipment, and medical devices. · from a complaint
May 8, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not treat residents with dignity and respect, or did not honor their rights to make their own decisions and communicate freely. This is one of the most fundamental resident rights. · from a complaint
May 8, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not allow residents to take their own medications when a clinical review showed they could do so safely. Residents have this right if their care team determines it's appropriate. · from a complaint
May 8, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop or follow a complete care plan for each resident — the written roadmap covering all of a resident's needs, with measurable goals and timelines. · from a complaint
May 8, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop a resident's complete plan of care within 7 days of the full assessment, or the plan wasn't prepared, reviewed, and updated by a team of health professionals as required. · from a complaint
May 8, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not keep residents' medications free from unnecessary drugs. Residents should only take medicines they truly need, at the right dose, for a clear reason. · from a complaint
Jun 15, 2022	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment, including safe support for residents' daily living needs.
Jun 15, 2022	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not get its food from approved, safe sources, or did not store, prepare, and serve food according to professional food safety standards.
Jun 15, 2022	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not properly plan a resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs after leaving.
Jun 15, 2022	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide treatment and care that follows the doctor's orders and matches the resident's own preferences and goals.
Jun 15, 2022	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Inspection trend by year

Citations from standard inspections decreased between the last two inspection cycles (13 → 8).

Year	Citations	Worst severity that year
2022	5	E
2024	14	E
2025	17	E
2026	8	E

Counts reflect the current CMS public record (~3 inspection cycles plus complaint investigations); years with no surveys show no row. Inspection frequency varies, so compare severity as well as counts.

Fines and enforcement (last 3 years)

No fines or payment denials in the published 3-year window.

Nurse staffing (from payroll records, adjusted for how much care residents need)

Measure	This facility	Maine avg	U.S. avg	Where it stands
Total nurse staffing (hours per resident per day)	3.10	4.60	3.95	bottom 1% in Maine; bottom 18% in the U.S.
Registered Nurse hours	0.94	1.11	0.69	bottom 39% in Maine; top 19% in the U.S.
Weekend total nurse staffing	2.85	4.16	3.50	bottom 1% in Maine; bottom 23% in the U.S.
Weekend RN hours (not acuity-adjusted)	0.77	0.73	0.48	top 46% in Maine; top 13% in the U.S.
Total nursing staff turnover (%)	47.1	46.7	45.8	bottom 48% in Maine; bottom 44% in the U.S.
RN turnover (%)	36.8	40.2	42.9	top 40% in Maine; top 41% in the U.S.

Hours are per resident per day, case-mix adjusted by CMS so facilities caring for sicker residents can be compared fairly (same basis as the CMS staffing star). "Top X%" means better than most facilities: more staffing hours, or lower turnover. Raw (unadjusted) reported hours: total 3.48, RN 1.05, weekend 3.19. Staffing rating: 3/5.

Self-reported quality measures

Note: these ratings are based on data the facility reports about itself to CMS. They are not independently verified by inspectors, and can look better than inspection findings. Give more weight to the inspection results above.

Quality measures rating: 2/5 · long-stay residents: 1/5 · short-stay residents: 3/5

Who owns this facility

For profit - Corporation

Owner / manager	Type	Role	Stake	Since
Fc-Gen Operations Investment LLC	Organization	5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest	—	02/02/2015
Gen Operations I LLC	Organization	5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest	—	04/01/2011
Gen Operations II LLC	Organization	5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest	—	04/01/2011
Genesis Healthcare INC	Organization	5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest	—	02/02/2015
Genesis Healthcare LLC	Organization	5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest	—	04/01/2011
Genesis Healthcare of Maine LLC	Organization	5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest	100%	10/02/2012
Genesis Holdings LLC	Organization	5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest	—	02/02/2015
GHC Holdings LLC	Organization	5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest	—	08/01/2008
Sun Healthcare Group INC	Organization	5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest	—	02/02/2015
Whitman, Arnold	Individual	5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest	—	02/02/2015
Berg, Michael	Individual	Managing Control - Governing Body	NOT APPLICABLE	12/01/2012
Berg, Michael	Individual	Corporate Officer	NOT APPLICABLE	12/01/2012
Bridgeford, Laura	Individual	Managing Control - Governing Body	NOT APPLICABLE	05/01/2019
Bridgeford, Laura	Individual	Corporate Officer	NOT APPLICABLE	06/01/2024
Gagne, Christina	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	03/01/2024
Gagne, Christina	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	03/01/2024
Mendelson, Avi	Individual	Corporate Officer	NOT APPLICABLE	06/01/2024
Morris, Diane	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	12/23/2023
Morris, Diane	Individual	Individual Is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	12/31/2025
Morris, Diane	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	12/27/2023

Questions to ask on your visit

Generated from this facility's actual citation record — bring them to a tour and ask the administrator directly.

"Can we tour the resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas today, including areas not on the usual tour route?"
"How often does each resident's doctor visit and review their care in person?"
"What did your most recent kitchen inspection find, and can I see how food is stored and prepared?"
"Who leads your infection prevention program, and how do you make sure staff follow practices like hand hygiene every day?"
"Walk me through what happens when a resident or family files a grievance — who responds and how fast?"
"What percentage of your residents are on antipsychotic or sedating medications, and how do you work to reduce that?"
"How do you identify and arrange specialized services for residents with mental health conditions or disabilities?"
"How do you make sure each resident's care follows the doctor's orders, and what changed after this citation?"
"What is your current ratio of nursing staff to residents on day, evening, and weekend shifts?"
"Can I see the results and plan of correction from your most recent state inspection?"

Nearby facilities (within 20 miles)

Facility	Distance	City	Overall	Inspection	Flags
Woodlawn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center	1.8 mi	Skowhegan, ME	★★☆☆☆	2/5
Maplecrest Rehab & Living Center	8.5 mi	Madison, ME	★☆☆☆☆	2/5
Sanfield Rehab & Living Center	14.2 mi	Hartland, ME	★★★★★	4/5
Waterville Center for Health and Rehab	15.3 mi	Waterville, ME	★☆☆☆☆	1/5	SFF
Oak Grove Center	16.6 mi	Waterville, ME	★☆☆☆☆	1/5	SFF
Lakewood a Continuing Care Center	16.7 mi	Waterville, ME	★★☆☆☆	2/5

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Facility data as of CMS processing date 2026-08-01. CCN 205060.

The Care File

Visit checklist — Cedar Ridge Center

23 Cedar Ridge Drive, Skowhegan, ME 04976 · 2074749686

Health inspection rating 3/5 · CMS overall 3/5· Fines (3y): $0

Questions for the administrator:

☐ "Can we tour the resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas today, including areas not on the usual tour route?"
☐ "How often does each resident's doctor visit and review their care in person?"
☐ "What did your most recent kitchen inspection find, and can I see how food is stored and prepared?"
☐ "Who leads your infection prevention program, and how do you make sure staff follow practices like hand hygiene every day?"
☐ "Walk me through what happens when a resident or family files a grievance — who responds and how fast?"
☐ "What percentage of your residents are on antipsychotic or sedating medications, and how do you work to reduce that?"
☐ "How do you identify and arrange specialized services for residents with mental health conditions or disabilities?"
☐ "How do you make sure each resident's care follows the doctor's orders, and what changed after this citation?"
☐ "What is your current ratio of nursing staff to residents on day, evening, and weekend shifts?"
☐ "Can I see the results and plan of correction from your most recent state inspection?"

While you're there, notice:

☐ Smell and cleanliness in hallways, not just the lobby
☐ How staff speak to residents; call lights answered promptly
☐ Residents up, dressed, and engaged (visit mealtimes and a weekend if you can)

Data: CMS Provider Data Catalog, version 2026-08-01 · CCN 205060 · Verify at medicare.gov/care-compare · Printed from The Care File (thecarefile.com)