BARRON CENTER

1145 BRIGHTON AVE, PORTLAND, Maine 04102

Phone: (207) 541-6548

4/5Above Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 4/5 stars — "Above Average."
Total nurse staffing of 5.5 hrs/resident/day is well above the national average (~3.8).
RN staffing is strong at 1.39 hours per resident per day.
Staff turnover rate of 97% is high, which may affect care continuity.
Has received 1 fine totaling $8,278 — review the penalties section for details.
19 deficiencies recorded.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Above Average

Health Inspection

Above Average

Staffing

Above Average

Quality Measures

Above Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	5.54
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	1.39
Staff Turnover Rate	97.2%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

$8,278

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	219
Average Residents/Day	114
Ownership Type	Government - City
Provider Type	Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	Resident
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	205011

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of BARRON CENTER?

BARRON CENTER has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Above Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does BARRON CENTER have?

BARRON CENTER is a large facility with 219 certified beds and an average of 114 residents per day. It is located in PORTLAND, Maine.

What is the staffing level at BARRON CENTER?

BARRON CENTER provides 5.54 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is above the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 1.39 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 97.2%.

Has BARRON CENTER received any fines or penalties?

Yes, BARRON CENTER has received 1 fine totaling $8,278 and 1 total penalty. The facility has 19 recorded deficiencies.

What type of ownership is BARRON CENTER?

BARRON CENTER is classified as "Government - City" by CMS.

Is BARRON CENTER Medicare or Medicaid certified?

BARRON CENTER is certified as "Medicare and Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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