Maine: CMS Rating Breakdown
Maine is home to 78 CMS-certified nursing homes. According to current data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, these facilities carry an average Five-Star overall rating of 2.95 out of 5. The ownership structure breaks down to 56 for-profit facilities, 21 nonprofit facilities, and 1 government-operated facility.
The Five-Star rating system, while a useful reference point, has documented limitations. A state-level average serves as a broad indicator of the overall landscape rather than an assessment of any individual facility's quality or performance. Prospective residents and families evaluating specific nursing homes should not rely solely on statewide averages when making care decisions. Instead, they should consult each facility's individual profile on CMS's Care Compare platform, which provides facility-specific ratings, inspection histories, staffing data, and resident survey results. This information is neither medical advice, financial guidance, nor legal counsel, but rather a resource to support informed decision-making.
How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.
Ownership mix
| Ownership | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For Profit | 56 |
| Non Profit | 21 |
| Government | 1 |
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Informational only — not medical, financial, or legal advice. Senior Care by State reports official CMS Five-Star Quality data, which is a relative measure with documented limitations — not a recommendation or a guarantee that any facility is right for you. Choosing care is a personal medical and financial decision: confirm the current details with the facility directly, talk with the resident’s physician and care team, and verify ratings and coverage on Medicare.gov or with your state’s long-term-care or health agency before relying on anything here. For medical, financial, or legal questions, consult a qualified professional.