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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Discover MaineGeneral Rehab & Long Term Care – Gray Birch, situated at the heart of Augusta, Maine, nestled within the embrace of Kennebec County. This assisted living community extends a thoughtful range of therapies and care services, all crafted to empower seniors on their journey towards regaining independence.
With a dedicated team of skilled nurses, licensed care professionals, and committed therapists, MaineGeneral Rehab & Long Term Care is ready to lead residents through personalized therapy designed to cater to their distinct needs. Whether in the midst of recovery after a recent hospital stay or seeking sustained medical support, their compassionate approach is dedicated to aiding senior residents in achieving their personal goals. MaineGeneral Rehab & Long Term Care – Gray Birch is unwavering in its commitment to nurturing a path towards enriched well-being and renewed self-sufficiency.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 3rd out of 30 homes in Maine. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
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Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
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4h 23m per day |
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
17% worse than Maine average
5% better than Maine average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hours
No contractors work on this role.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
48 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 42 | 0 | 42 | 15,192 | 92 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 22 | 0 | 22 | 6,291 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 3,434 | 90 | 98% | 7.7 |
| Other Physician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 2,832 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,207 | 91 | 99% | 9.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,668 | 90 | 98% | 8.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,538 | 86 | 93% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,462 | 90 | 98% | 8.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,162 | 63 | 68% | 7.7 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 704 | 88 | 96% | 8 |
| Physician Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 704 | 88 | 96% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 694 | 74 | 80% | 7.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 670 | 85 | 92% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 639 | 81 | 88% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 510 | 65 | 71% | 7.8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 498 | 63 | 68% | 7.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 435 | 56 | 61% | 7.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 405 | 53 | 58% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 290 | 45 | 49% | 6.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 156 | 48 | 52% | 3.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 6 | 7% | 8 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
60% lower than Maine average
Maine average: $24K
18% fewer fines than Maine average
Maine average: 1.2
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Maine average
Maine average: 0.2
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
May 24, 2023 · $10K
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 24, 2023
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.4
20% better than Maine average
Maine average: 14.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.7
36% better than Maine average
Maine average: 29.1
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
23.4%
10% better than Maine average
Maine average: 26.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.8%
47% better than Maine average
Maine average: 31.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
15.8%
47% better than Maine average
Maine average: 29.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
29% better than Maine average
Maine average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.3%
107% worse than Maine average
Maine average: 4.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.6%
31% worse than Maine average
Maine average: 2.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.5%
19% better than Maine average
Maine average: 5.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.9%
15% better than Maine average
Maine average: 10.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
18.1%
9% better than Maine average
Maine average: 19.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.8%
9% better than Maine average
Maine average: 90.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Maine average
Maine average: 95.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.6%
26% better than Maine average
Maine average: 70.8%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
15% better than Maine average
Maine average: 1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.7%
19% better than Maine average
Maine average: 74.5%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
16% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
77% of new residents, often for short stays.
8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
65
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care – Gray Birch based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #14 / 36Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 36 homes in Maine. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Maine average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
33.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Augusta's city center to MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care – Gray Birch's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.61 miles to nearest hospital (Riverview Psychiatric Center)
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MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care – Gray Birch is located in Augusta, Maine.
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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
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| Augusta Center for Health & Rehabilitation |
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Augusta (Mayfair) | 72 | 95.1% | +14% | 3.64 | +9% | -19% | $10.1k | 26 | 4.3 | 1 | 68 | 23 | Ryan Francis | $10.1M | $6.1M | 60.6% | 205077 | ||||
| MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care – Gray Birch |
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Augusta (Gray Birch Drive) | 114 | 88.4% | +6% | 5.57 | +34% | +24% | $9.8k | 21 | 7.0 | 1 | 69 | 28 | Mainegeneral Health | $13.5M | $8.8M | 65.2% | 205054 |
MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care – Gray Birch is in the Gray Birch Drive neighborhood.
MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care – Gray Birch has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
(207) 621-7100 will put you in contact with the team at MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care – Gray Birch.
Yes — MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care – Gray Birch is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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