Hidden Waters Rehabilitation and Wellness Center
9211 Stuart Lane, Clinton, MD 20735 · Prince Georges County · (301) 868-3600
267 certified beds, about 213 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1991
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 215231 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on December 12, 2025, inspectors cited 10 health deficiencies (the Maryland average is 17, the national average 9.2).
Of 70 health citations since March 2019, 2 were rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (1 immediate jeopardy).
CMS lists 2 fines totaling $62,083 in the last three years; the largest was $50,697, and the latest is dated June 5, 2025.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.53 hours per resident per day, against 3.87 across Maryland and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.78 of those hours.
26.6% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Maryland average 40.2%).
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 70 health citations on file.
December 12, 2025Standard inspection · 10 citations
- E Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident record reviews, staff interviews, and facility record reviews, it was determined that the facility failed to adhere to professional standards of quality of established clinical practices, physician orders, or facility policies regarding medication administration. This was evident for 11 residents (Resident # 11, #17, #3, #62, #119, #232, #76, #9, #57, #50, and #8 ) out of 28 residents reviewed for medications during the annual recertification survey. Facilities must ensure that all care and services, including medication administration, adhere to accepted standards of clinical practice. This is often interpreted through established guidelines like the six rights of medication administration: right patient; right medication; right dose; right route; right time; and right documentation. [...]
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain the resident right to a dignified existence, by leaving visibly soiled linens on the resident's bedside during their meal while at bedside. This was evident for 1 (resident #122) out of 1 resident observed for Resident Rights during the annual survey.
- D Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record reviews and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure residents are not in public view and to provide a privacy curtain to prevent exposure of resident body parts. This was evident for 1 (resident #10) out of 1 observed without a privacy curtain between bed A and bed B in a 3-bed room during the annual survey.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the safety of the resident room environment by not limiting the presence of potential hazards. This was evident for 5 (rooms 227, 229, 234, 235, and 237) of 26 resident rooms observed during the annual survey.
- D Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record reviews and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure medications were administered in accordance with physician orders for 6 of 26 opportunities reviewed. This deficient practice resulted in residents receiving medications contrary to physician orders and a medication error rate of 23.08%.
- D Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain proper records of receipt and disposition of all controlled drugs in sufficient detail to enable an accurate reconciliation; and, failed to properly dispose of medications of a discharged resident. This was evident for 2 (residents #119 and #230) out of 2 residents reviewed for medication labeling and storage review during the annual survey.
- D Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents received the menu-specified type and required portion size of juice during the breakfast meal service. Specifically, residents on 2 [NAME] unit were provided with less than the required 4 ounces of juice, and at least one resident (#106) received a juice type inconsistent with their dietary order. This failure had the potential to negatively affect 2 west residents' nutritional intake, preferences, and compliance with physician-ordered diets.
- D Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview with residents and facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that food was delivered to residents at an appropriate and palatable temperature. This was evident for 1 out of 1 observation of test tray temperatures. This practice has the potential to affect all residents on the 3 [NAME] clinical unit who eat food prepared by the facility.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility staff failed to maintain medical records for a resident in accordance with accepted professional standards and practices to contain accurate documentation. This was evident for 1 (resident #15) out of 1 resident reviewed for accurate identifiable information during the annual survey.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections based on an established infection prevention and control program. This was evident for 2 (residents #158 and #9) out of 46 residents observed during initial review for Infection Prevention & Control during the annual survey.
November 4, 2025Complaint inspection · 3 citations
- D Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, review of survey results binders, and interview, the facility failed to 1) have readily accessible the survey results and 2) have the results from the last survey available for review. This was found on entry into the building and of 1of 2 survey result binders.
- D Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Inspectors wroteBased on a review of survey results binders, and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to protect the privacy of residents' information. This was found evident in 2 of 2 survey results binders.
- D Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews, the facility failed to have an appropriate reason to involuntarily discharge a resident and failed to permit that resident to remain in the facility, and not discharge, while the appeal for discharge was pending. This was found evident in 1 (Resident #21) out of 1 Residents reviewed for involuntary discharges.
June 5, 2025Complaint inspection · 9 citations
- G Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wrote[NAME] ' s example: Harm Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that adequate supervision to prevent accidents/hazards was provided 1) during care which resulted in a fall causing harm to Resident #55. This was evident for 1 of 38 residents reviewed for complaints.
- D Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to make prompt efforts to resolve a resident's grievance and also failed to keep the resident appropriately apprised of the progress toward resolution. This was evident for 1 (#25) of 55 residents reviewed in a complaint survey.
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and staff interview; it was determined that the facility failed to protect their residents from verbal abuse from a facility staff member. This was evident for 1 (#46) of 55 residents reviewed during a complaint survey.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility documents and staff interview it was determined the facility failed to report an allegation of abuse immediately but not later than 2 hours after an allegation was made. This was evident for 1 (#21) of 19 residents reviewed for abuse during a complaint survey.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview with facility staff and the review of a facility reported incident (FRI), it was determined that the facility staff failed to 1. thoroughly investigate an injury (bruising) of unknown origin and 2. failed to thoroughly investigate allegations of abuse. This was evident during the review of 2 of 19 facility reported incidents. Residents (#20 and #21)
- D Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that facility staff failed to notify a resident in writing of a pending discharge and failed to ensure that the discharge was documented in the medical record. This was evident for 1 (#27) of 1 resident reviewed for discharges.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and staff interview, it was determined that facility staff failed to develop resident-centered comprehensive care plans for their residents. This was evident for 3 (#8, #27, and #53) of 38 residents reviewed for complaints.
- D Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation during tour and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that the facility stock medications and supplies were maintained in a secure fashion. This was found evident during one of the random tours completed during the complaint survey on 1 of 3 units.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility staff failed to maintain a medical record in the most accurate form. This was evident for 1 (#47) of 17 facility reported incidents reviewed and 1 (#35) of 38 residents reviewed for complaints.
December 6, 2024Complaint inspection · 5 citations
- L 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a safe temperature of 71-81 degrees Fahrenheit (F). This was evident for 3 of 3 floors in the facility.
- F Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interview it was determined that the facility failed to 1) use their resources appropriately to ensure the safety of their residents when they lost their primary heat source in the winter and 2) ensure that their facility assessment included all populations of residents, and the resources needed in the case of an emergency. This was evident during the survey and had the potential to affect all residents.
- F Have an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview it was determined that the facility failed to have a transfer agreement. This was evident during the complaint survey and had the potential to affect all residents.
- E Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to address the specific resources needed for their resident population. This was evident 103 and of 233 residents.
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and medical record reviews, it was determined that the facility failed to inform the residents responsible party of a new medical treatment plan. This deficient practice was evident during a complaint revisit.
May 16, 2023Standard inspection · 35 citations
- F 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interview it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure the facility is maintained in a safe and homelike environment. This was evident for 3 out of 3 floors.
- F Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations during an environmental tour, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a safe, sanitary, comfortable, and functional environment for the residents, staff, and visitors.
- F Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to have adequate ventilation in resident bathrooms. This was evident in 13 resident bathrooms observed on the 2nd floor, 2 [NAME] of the facility.
- E Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, staff, and Resident Representative interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that resident concerns were addressed in a timely manner. This was found to be true for 1 of 1 facility Concern Forms and 6 of 6 Resident Council Meeting Minutes reviewed during the survey.
- E Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview it was determined the facility staff failed to document accurate assessments for Resident (#189, #125, #137, and #144) on the MDS. This was evident for 6 of 164 residents selected for review during the survey process.
- E Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and record review it was determined that the facility failed to review and revise a Resident's care plan after an assessment. This was evident for 3 of 9 (Resident #215, #56, and #49) Residents reviewed for care planning on an annual and complaint survey.
- E Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wrote3. A review of Resident #209's clinical record revealed that the resident used a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device prior to admission. There is no mention of the CPAP in the admission assessments. The resident was noted to have a diagnosis of sleep apnea. The most common treatment for sleep apnea is CPAP. A review of the resident's progress notes revealed numerous mentions that the resident has had trouble falling/staying asleep. A review of the monthly pharmacy reviews revealed that the pharmacist did not determine that there were any irregularities with the medicinal regimen. Further review of the clinical record revealed the resident has had numerous medications ordered and administered either for insomnia or for another diagnosis but with the thought it would help the resident to sleep. The medications were: [...]
- E Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews and record review it was determined that the facility failed: 1) to have water easily assessable for residents to promote hydration (#56, #3 and #188) 2) The facility staff failed to notify the provider of a noted weight loss (#42). This was found evident of 3 of 5 reviewed residents reviewed for hydration and 1 of 10 residents reviewed for nutrition while on an annual and complaint survey. 1. On 4/17/23 at 1:03 PM, the surveyor observed Resident #56 without a bedside table or cup of water. 2. Further observation revealed Resident #56's roommate, Resident #3, had a bedside table but had no water cup at his/her bedside. On 4/17/23 at 1:05 PM, the surveyor interviewed Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) in training Staff #71. [...]
- E Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview with facility staff it was determined that the facility failed to ensure pureed bread was of appropriate consistency for residents who require a puree diet. This was evident for 1 of 4 pureed meal items being served for lunch at the facility on 5/11/23.
- E Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations of the facility's kitchen, review of kitchen records and interviews of dietary staff, it was determined that the facility 1.) failed to ensure the temperature of food items maintained an acceptable serving temperature and failed to ensure timely delivery of a meal, 2.) failed to ensure the dishwashing system was properly functioning and maintaining appropriate temperatures for rinsing and washing of dishes, and 3.) failed to ensure sanitary practices were followed in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. These deficient practices have the potential to affect all residents.
- E Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Inspectors wroteBased on residents' bedroom observation it was determined that multiple occupancy bedrooms did not provide the minimum space per bed as required.
- E Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that handrails were firmly secured to corridor walls. This was evident for 3 of 3 floors reviewed for secured handrails.
- E Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Inspectors wroteBased on tours of the facility, observation, and staff interview it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure they had a working pest control program. This was evident for all three floors of the facility.
- D Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interviews, it was determined the facility staff failed to include a resident's representative and/or guardian in the care of a resident (Resident #201, #657, #56) This was evident for 3 of 164 residents reviewed during an annual survey.
- D Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and staff interview it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that a resident deemed incapable of making decisions had a responsible party or a surrogate decision maker to act on their behalf (#167). This was evident for 1 out of 164 residents in the survey sample.
- D Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record reviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the residents had access to the call bell system and failed to ensure a resident's choice of bathing preferences were honored This was evident for 3 (#118, #203 and #209) out of 164 residents reviewed during an annual and complaint survey.
- D Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to display the results of the annual recertification survey and plan of correction in a place readily accessible to residents, family members, and legal representatives. This was evident in the 1 of 1 survey results book posted in the facility.
- D Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview it was determined that the facility failed to offer to formulate an advanced directive. This was found evident in 2 (Resident #126 and #137) out of 13 Residents reviewed for advanced directives during the annual survey.
- D Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and medical record review, it was determined that the facility staff failed to protect the personal privacy and confidentiality of medical records. This was evident for 1 (2 West) of 5 nursing stations.
- D Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, and interview of facility staff it was determined the facility failed to comprehensively and accurately assess the diagnoses of a resident. This was evident for 2 out of 164 (Resident #9 and #203) residents reviewed during an annual and complaint survey.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record reviews, it was determined that the facility failed to develop a comprehensive care plan for residents. This was found to be evident for 2 (# 203 and # 738) out of 9 residents reviewed for comprehensive care plans.
- D Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident interview and clinical record review it was determined that the facility staff failed to maintain an activity program that meets a resident's needs (#126). This was evident for 1 out of 164 residents in the survey sample.
- D Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interviews with facility staff it was determined that the facility failed to 1.) follow up and ensure ophthalmology services recommendations were obtained for Resident #125, and 2.) failed to make an ophthalmology appointment for Resident #49. This was evident for 2 of 9 residents reviewed for Sensory Communication during the annual survey.
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to provide appropriate oxygen therapy equipment. This was found to be evident for 1 (# 738) out of 1 resident observed on oxygen therapy.
- D Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on a review of the resident record the facility failed to provide dialysis services for Resident # 487 on Wednesday 7/27/22 as ordered by the physician. This was evident for 1 out of 1 person reviewed for dialysis.
- D Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Inspectors wroteBased on a review of the medical record and interview with staff it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the physician addressed a resident's significant weight loss. This was evident for 1 (#42) of 164 residents reviewed for weight loss.
- D Post nurse staffing information every day.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to post accurate, up-to-date, staffing information prior to the start of each shift. This was found evident on 2 of 2 random observations.
- D Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interviews, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a resident medication was administered as ordered as evidenced by delayed administration of insulin. This was evident for 1 (# 226) out of 1 resident reviewed for sliding scale insulin coverage administration.
- D Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record reviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure medications were stored properly. This was evident for: 1) 2 out of 2 Storage Rooms and 2) 4 out of 5 Medication Carts inspected for proper storage.
- D Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and clinical record review it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure residents received needed dental care (#42). This was evident for 1 out of the 10 residents reviewed for dental needs during and annual and complaint survey.
- D Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to accurately follow dietary menus. This was found evident in 3 out of 10 (#96, #25 & #188) Residents reviewed for nutrition during an annual and complaint survey.
- D Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview with facility staff it was determined the facility failed to maintain cleanliness of the garbage and waste disposal area.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to keep accurate medical records. This was evident in 1 of 164 (Resident #96, #672, #203, and #484) Resident's records reviewed during an annual and complaint survey.
- D Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and observations it was determined that the facility failed to maintain adequate conditions of a bed. This was evident during 3 of 3 observations.
- D Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to provide appropriate bedroom furniture for a resident. This was evident on 2 of 2 observations.
March 14, 2019Standard inspection · 8 citations
- E Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical Records and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to secure personal property for Resident #36 and Resident #232, while both residents were in the Hospital. This was evident for 2 out of 42 Residents investigated during the survey process. The Findings Include: 1. On 03/12/19 around 09:38 AM, Resident #32 was interviewed about the loss of personal property. Resident #32 uses a motorized wheelchair to ambulate on and off the unit. Upon return to the facility on 2/18/19, the facility was unable to locate the Resident's chair. During an interview with the Environmental Service Director (EVS) on 03/14/19 around 11:05 AM, the EVS explained the process for storing resident's belongings: when a resident goes out to the hospital, nursing bags up the Resident's property and generates a property form that goes with the property. [...]
- E Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview it was determined the facility failed to clarify an unclear order for blood pressure medication for Resident #184. This was evident for 1 of 42 residents investigated during the survey.
- D Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview with staff it was determined that the facility failed to have a system in place to ensure that the residents or resident's representatives were notified in writing of reason residents are being transferred out of the facility to an acute care hospital. This was found to be evident for 3 out of 3 residents records reviewed for hospitalization involving Resident #238, R#161, and R#145 reviewed during the investigative portion of the survey process.
- D Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview with Director of Nursing , the facility failed to notify in writing to responsible party and resident on why resident was transferred to the hospital and the bed hold policy. This was evident for 2 out of 4 residents transferred to the hospital.
- D Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interviews it was determined the facility failed to ensure a medical device was removed as recommended for Resident #154. This was evident for 1 of 42 residents reviewed during the survey.
- D Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, the facility failed to provide orders for catheter care. This was evident for 1 out of 1 records reviewed for urinary catheters.
- D Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to label a medication when opened. This was evident for 1 out of 6 medication carts observed during the survey process.
- D Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident bedroom observation it was determined that all multiple occupancy bedrooms did not provide the minimum space per bed as required.
Fire safety inspections
54 fire safety citations on file: 17 on December 12, 2025, 3 on January 4, 2024, 25 on May 16, 2023, 9 on March 14, 2019.
Every fire safety citation54 citations
- F Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- F Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- E Meet other general requirements.
- E Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- E Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- E Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- E Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- E Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- D Have exits that are accessible at all times.
- D Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
- D Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
- D Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
- E Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
- E Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
- E Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
- F Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
- E Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- E Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- E Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- E Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- E Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- E Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- E To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- E Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- E Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
- E Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- D Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
- D Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- D Meet other general requirements.
- D Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
- D Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements.
- D Install proper backup exit lighting.
- D Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- D Install properly constructed windows in hallway walls or doors.
- D Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
- D Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- D Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
- D Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
- D Ensure gas and vacuum piping is labeled.
- D Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- E Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
- E Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- D Meet other general requirements.
- D Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- D Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
- D Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- D Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
- D Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
- C Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| June 5, 2025 | Fine | $11,386 |
| December 3, 2024 | Fine | $50,697 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Maryland | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.53 | 3.87 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.78 | 0.84 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 2.98 | 3.47 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.87 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.88 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 26.6% | 40.2% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 35.5% | 38.7% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 1 |
CMS expects 3.07 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.75 on weekdays and 2.98 on weekends, 21% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.9% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.44 in April to June 2025 to 3.53 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.53 | 0.78 | 3.75 | 2.98 | 0.9% | 0 of 90 | 213 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.56 | 0.78 | 3.77 | 3.04 | 1.3% | 0 of 92 | 203 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.59 | 0.76 | 3.81 | 3.02 | 1.3% | 0 of 92 | 202 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.44 | 0.65 | 3.67 | 2.86 | 1.6% | 0 of 91 | 204 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Maryland, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.73 | 0.74 | 3.88 | 3.34 | 8.0% | 0.1% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Maryland | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 13.6 | 20.4 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.4 | 2.4 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.3 | 1.1 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 14.9 | 22.2 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.9 | 5.9 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.4 | 13.8 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 19.3 | 21.0 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 7.5 | 9.8 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: Legal Business Name Not Available.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ownership data not available |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 20 problems in this area, most recently on December 12, 2025: "Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 10 problems in this area, most recently on December 12, 2025: "Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality."
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 10 problems in this area, most recently on June 5, 2025: "Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents."
- Can we see a resident room, a shower room and the dining room on this visit?Inspectors cited 8 problems in this area, most recently on May 16, 2023: "Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.98 hours per resident per day, below the Maryland average of 3.47.
- How long has the current administrator been here?CMS counts 1 administrator who left in the period it measured.
Other nursing homes nearby
- Future Care Pineview Clinton, 0.2 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 35 citations
- Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bradford Oaks Clinton, 1 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 35 citations
- Forestville Rehabilitation and Wellness Center Forestville, 5.9 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 66 citations
- Ft Washington Rehabilitation and Wellness Center Fort Washington, 6.2 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 51 citations
- Serenity Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC Washington, 7.3 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 76 citations
- Capitol City Rehab and Healthcare Center Washington, 8.1 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 154 citations
- Harborside Health & Rehabilitation Washington, 8.1 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 98 citations
- Largo Nursing and Rehabiliation Center Glenarden, 9.1 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 83 citations
Maryland contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Maryland. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, Maryland Department of Aging, 800-243-3425. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: Maryland Health Care Commission, Maryland Quality Reporting, Nursing Homes, where Maryland publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Hidden Waters Rehabilitation and Wellness Center's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Hidden Waters Rehabilitation and Wellness Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Hidden Waters Rehabilitation and Wellness Center get at its last inspection?
- 10 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on December 12, 2025. The Maryland average is 17.
- Has Hidden Waters Rehabilitation and Wellness Center been fined?
- Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $62,083 in the last three years.
- Does Hidden Waters Rehabilitation and Wellness Center accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Hidden Waters Rehabilitation and Wellness Center?
- CMS lists 1 owner or manager. Legal business name: Legal Business Name Not Available.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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