Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
Maine Veterans Home - Bangor
BANGOR, ME · 120 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey August 14, 2025
CMS Certification Number 205185 · first certified October 1995
Ownership
Operated by MAINE VETERANS' HOME · Non profit - Other
No change of ownership on CMS record since January 1, 2016, when the records begin.
Position within ME
5 citations — more than 5% of the 78 certified nursing homes in ME. Compared within ME rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 1 citation; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 2. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window is open now: September 2026 to November 2026. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was August 2025. Facilities in ME are typically surveyed 13–15 months after the last one (median 14), measured over 115 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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Physical environment (health survey)
5 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 5 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
- F-0584 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
- F-0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- F-0908 Keep all essential equipment working safely.
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in ME, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the ME figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 5 |
| Median facility in ME | 17 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| September 28, 2023 | 3 |
| August 22, 2024 | 1 |
| August 14, 2025 | 1 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | 1 | 2023-09-28 |
| K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | 1 | 2024-08-22 |
| K-0291 | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | 1 | 2023-09-28 |
| K-0908 | Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program. | 1 | 2025-08-14 |
| K-0133 | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. | 1 | 2023-09-28 |
What the citations cover
- Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 2
- Smoke Deficiencies 1
- Construction Deficiencies 1
- Egress Deficiencies 1
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 2 |
| Smoke Deficiencies | 1 |
| Construction Deficiencies | 1 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 1 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
August 14, 2025 — 1 citation
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0908 | Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (September 15, 2025) |
August 22, 2024 — 1 citation
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 30, 2024) |
September 28, 2023 — 3 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0133 | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 5, 2023) |
| K-0291 | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 5, 2023) |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 5, 2023) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.