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PIPER SHORES

15 PIPER ROAD, SCARBOROUGH, ME 04074
Score: 95 / 100

Piper Shores is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Scarborough, Maine, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 95/100, it ranks in the top 0% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Piper Shores exceed national averages, with 5.11 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.51 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 21 deficiencies at Piper Shores. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.11 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.51 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.44 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.17 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.76 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.13 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

21
Total Deficiencies
Dec 11, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 5 Minor 🟠 16 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0584 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Dec 11, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity E
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    Dec 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Dec 11, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity D
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Dec 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0678 Severity E
    Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advanc
    Sep 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 2.8% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 8.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 18.7% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 6.6% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 10.0% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 0.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 22.6% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 95 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
40
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 11, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5