Home / Maryland / Silver Spring
Layhill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
3227 Bel Pre Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906 · Montgomery County · (301) 871-2000
129 certified beds, about 133 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1987
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 215168 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on February 18, 2026, inspectors cited 14 health deficiencies (the Maryland average is 17, the national average 9.2).
Of 105 health citations since September 2019, 3 were rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (1 immediate jeopardy).
CMS lists 2 fines totaling $153,596 in the last three years; the largest was $100,523, and the latest is dated September 23, 2024.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.46 hours per resident per day, against 3.87 across Maryland and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.72 of those hours.
38.1% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Maryland average 40.2%).
CMS links it to Lifeworks Rehab, an affiliated group of 64 nursing homes.
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 105 health citations on file.
July 14, 2026Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to implement a physician's order to treat a resident's non-pressure-related skin issues. This was evident in one (Complaint #2743075) of five complaints investigated during the complaint survey.
- D Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure pain management was provided according to professional standards of practice that included non-pharmacological interventions (NPI) attempted/provided to a resident prior to administering as needed (PRN) pain medication and reordering routine pain medication in a timely manner. This was evident for 1 (Resident #101) of 12 residents reviewed during the survey.
February 18, 2026Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 15 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure food and equipment was prepared in a manner that maintains professional standards of food service safety and sanitation. This was found to be evident for 2 (Cook #1 and Dietary Aide #2) out of 4 kitchen staff and 1 commercial dishwasher observed during the recertification and complaint survey. This practice had the potential to affect all Residents who consumed food prepared by the facility's kitchen.
- E Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and record review it was determined that that facility failed to ensure Resident personal funds were fully accessible. This was found to be evident for 54 out of 54 Residents who have Resident Fund Accounts.
- E Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure 1) Residents were free of physical restraints and 2) a physician order was obtained for the use of a physical restraint. This was found to be evident for 1) 4 (Resident #16, #27, #4, & #11) out of 4 Residents reviewed for restraints and 2) 47 (Resident #90, #142, ##107, #146, #86, #137, #129, #81, #145, #70, #75, #68, #144, #91, #109, #99, #10, #147, #66, #119, #12, #84, #133, #124, #92, #56, #9, #47, #52, #37, #55, #41, #39, #59, #128, #105, #113, #11, #49, #13, #98, #102, #62, #25, #53, #104, & #34) out of 47 Residents reviewed for physician orders for physical restraints during the recertification and complaint survey.
- E 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 ensure Residents had a comfortable chair in their room. This was found to be evident for 5 (Resident #40, #41, #12, #108, & #11) out of 5 Resident rooms observed during the recertification and complaint survey.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews, interviews and observations, it was determined that the facility (1) failed to provide access to services outside the facility and (2) failed to ensure Residents were provided a dignified existence. This was found to be evident for 2 (Resident #22 and #41) out of 2 Residents observed for resident rights.
- 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 observations and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide a homelike environment. This was found to be evident for 4 (Residents #53, #22, #62 and #119) out of 27 resident rooms observed for homelike environment during the course of the survey.
- D Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the Resident/Resident Representative and Ombudsman received notification of a proposed transfer. This was found to be evident for 1 (Resident #27) out of 1 Resident reviewed for transfer during the recertification 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 interview and record review it was determined that the facility failed to ensure Resident care plans were developed. This was found to be evident for 2 (Resident #2 & #12) out of 27 Resident care plans reviewed during the recertification and complaint survey.
- D 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 record reviews, observations and interviews, it was determined the facility staff failed to revise care plans to meet the needs of the residents. This was evident for 2 (Residents # 15 and #13) of 2 residents reviewed for care plan revisions during the recertification survey.
- D Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to ensure nursing standards of practice were met. This finding was evident for 1 (Resident #9) of 1 resident reviewed for standards of practice during the recertification survey.
- D Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interview it was determined that the facility failed to ensure Pharmacy Medication Regimen Review (MRR) recommendations were reviewed in a timely manner. This was found to be evident for 1 (Resident #4) out of 5 Residents reviewed for unnecessary medications during the recertification and complaint survey.
- D Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to have a medication error rate of less than 5% during the medication observation facility task. This was evident for 3 out of 29 medications administered during the observation.
- 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 reviews and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to ensure medical records were complete and accurate. This was evident for 2 (Resident #22 and #9) of 2 residents reviewed for medical record documentation during the recertification survey.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to ensure staff practiced infection control. This was found to be evident for 2 (Residents #13 and #22) out of 2 Residents observed for infection control during the recertification survey.
- D 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 and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a Resident's smoke detector was in working condition. This was found to be evident for 1 (Resident #44) out of 9 Resident smoke detectors observed during the recertification and complaint survey.
October 9, 2025Complaint inspection · 11 citations
- E Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to provide services that met professional standards of practice. This was found to be evident for 1 (Resident #5) out of 1 Resident reviewed for professional standards of practice during the complaint survey. This deficient practice was identified as past non-compliance.
- E Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure all medications were ordered as listed on the hospital discharge summary. This was evident for 1 (resident #5) out of 22 residents reviewed for physician services during the complaint survey.
- E Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that an accurate pharmacy medication regimen review was conducted. This was found to be evident for 1 (Resident #5) out of 1 Resident reviewed for pharmacy medication regimen review during the complaint survey.
- D Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview it was determined that the facility failed to notify a Resident's Representative of a change in condition. This was found to be evident for 2 (Resident #18 and #11) out of 2 Residents reviewed for notification during a complaint survey.
- D Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a Resident Fund Account was accurately managed. This was found to be evident for 1 (Resident #14) out of 1 Resident reviewed for resident funds during the 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 the facility's investigative report and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to report an allegation of abuse to the State Survey Agency, which was the Office of Health Care Quality (OHCQ) within 24 hours of the alleged incident. This was found to be evident for 2 (Resident #19 and #7) out of 7 Residents reviewed for abuse during the complaint survey.
- D Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Inspectors wroteBased on a complaint investigation, record reviews, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a complete and accurate written discharge summary was provided to a resident at the time of discharge. This was evident for 1 (Resident #2) of 1 resident reviewed for transfer and discharge process during the complaint survey.
- D 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 record review and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to review and revise the interdisciplinary care plans to reveal accurate interventions for a resident. This was evident for 1 (Resident #8) of 1 resident reviewed for care planning.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that wound dressings were labeled to indicate when the dressing change occurred. This was evident for 2 (Resident #21and #22) of 3 wound dressing observations.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record reviews and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide treatment and services necessary to prevent pressure ulcer. This was evident for 1 (Resident #16) out of 1 resident reviewed for facility acquired pressure ulcer during the complaint survey process.
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interviews and review of facility investigation documents, it was determined that the facility failed to keep a resident free from accidents and hazards by failing to provide a qualified caregiver to assist the resident. This was evident in 1 (Resident #19) of 1 resident reviewed for accidents and hazards during the complaint survey.
September 23, 2024Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 46 citations
- K Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to have an effective system in place to correctly identify the appropriate decision maker regarding health care decisions and that the resident/health care decision maker's wishes regarding CPR were clearly documented in the medical record to ensure CPR was performed if needed. This was evident for 4 out 51 Residents, (Resident #328, #30, # 97 #55), reviewed for advanced directives during a survey. The facility's failure to ensure that each resident had only one active MOLST, led to the determination that immediate jeopardy existed. The facility was notified of this determination on [DATE] at 6:25 PM. Surveyors accepted the facility's plan to remove the immediacy on [DATE] at 11:00PM. The plan was validated, and the immediate jeopardy was removed on [DATE] at 5:05 PM.
- F 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 medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to have an effective system in place to ensure interdisciplinary care plan meetings were occurring after assessments; and failed to ensure care plans were being reviewed and revised as needed. This was found to be evident for 8 (Resident #30; #23; #95; #78, #55. #84, #10, #100 ) out of 17 residents reviewed during the survey
- F Post nurse staffing information every day.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to post nursing staffing. This was evident during the staffing investigation portion of the recertification survey and had the potential to affect all residents, residents' representatives and visitors.
- F Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Inspectors wroteBased on pertinent document review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to address identified issues with the facility MOLST forms to ensure that residents wishes regarding CPR treatments were correctly documented in the residents' medical record. This has the potential to affect all residents in the facility.
- F Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to establish a quality assurance committee that included a medical director at every quarterly meeting.
- F Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that staff had training in interpersonal communication. This was evident for 9 staff (NHA, DON, ADON, SW #11, SW #19, Staff #27, Staff #12, Staff #14, LPN #28, and Staff #29) of 10 staff training records reviewed during the extended survey portion of the recertification survey and had the potential to affect all residents.
- E Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to honor residents' right to self-determination. This was evident for 1 resident (Resident #37) of 17 residents reviewed for Medical Orders for Life Sustaining Treatments (MOLST) documentation related to the Immediate Jeopardy investigation during the recertification survey. This had the potential to affect all residents who could make their own decisions.
- E 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 interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment. This was found to be evident on both floors of the nursing facility.
- E 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 medical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to develop and implement a comprehensive, resident centered care plan for a resident receiving psychotropic medications. This was evident for 1 (#78) of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications, and 1 #(78) of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. A care plan is a guide that addresses the unique needs of each resident. It is used to plan, assess and evaluate the effectiveness of the residents care
- E Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that activities were provided to meet the needs of the residents. This was found to be evident for 4 (Resident #30, #95, #13 and #109) out of 4 residents reviewed for activities during the survey.
- E Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and observation, it was determined that the facility 1). failed to provide a Resident with a physician ordered pain medication. 2). failed to ensure that residents' pain was evaluated and managed. 3). failed to develop and implement non-pharmacological interventions prior to administering pain medication and failed to administer the pain medication on time. This was evident for 3 (Resident # 31, # 57 #50,) out of 4 residents reviewed for pain management during a survey.
- E Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that prior to the installation or use of bed rails, the facility failed to ensure, 1) appropriate alternatives were identified and used, 2) the resident's risk of injury or entrapment was assessed, 3) the risks and benefits of bed rails was discussed with the resident/representative, 4) informed consent for bed rails was obtained, and 5) failed to ensure that a care plan with measurable objectives and specific interventions was developed for a resident's use of a bed rail. 6) that monitoring and supervision were provided during the resident's use of the bed rails, This was evident for 4 (#78, #380, #13, #57) of 4 residents reviewed for side rails.
- E Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to keep a resident's drug regimen free from unnecessary drugs by 1) failing to follow physician ordered blood pressure parameters for administering medication, and 2) failing to ensure prescribed medications had adequate parameters in place to indicate when to administer as needed medications for pain. 3) failing to ensure that an attending provider's orders for a resident's topical anesthetic medication included a time to remove it This was evident for 3 (#78, # 25, # 50) of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications, and 1 (#380) of 4 residents reviewed for pain management.
- E Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, review of meal tickets and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure residents were served the correct portions and items as indicated on their meal tickets. This was found to be evident for one out of one test tray obtained during the survey.
- E Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to conduct a regular inspection of all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails, as part of a regular maintenance program to identify areas of possible entrapment and failed to ensure the equipment was inspected and maintained according to manufacturer's recommendations and requirements and timeframes. This was evident for 3 (#78, #380, #13) of 3 residents reviewed for bed side rails and had the potential to affect all residents.
- D Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined that the faciltiy failed to have an effective system in place to ensure code status was discussed with residents and or their responsible party when new MOLSTs were created. This was found to be evident for 3 (Resident #30, #23. #97) out of 17 residents reviewed for code status during the survey.
- D Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, and observation, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a resident received services with dignity. This was evident for 1 (Resident #42), out of 132 residents observed during a survey.
- 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 records review and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide residents with information to formulate an advance directive. This was evident in 3 (Resident #24, #37, #55) of 17 residents reviewed for advance directives.
- 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 medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to notify a resident's representative of changes in the resident's treatment. This was found to be evident for 1 out of (Resident #23) one resident reviewed for notification of change.
- D Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility administered an intramuscular injection of an antipsychotic medication without adequate indication. This was found to be evident for one (Resident #30) out of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medication.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on records review and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to prevent further potential abuse while an investigation was in progress as evidenced by an inaccurate immediate assessment of the alleged victim. This was evident in 1 (Resident #232) of 5 residents reviewed for abuse.
- D Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that essential information was provided to emergency department staff when a resident went to the hospital. This was evident for 1 resident (Resident #10) of 2 residents reviewed for hospitalization during the recertification 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 record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide a resident with a notice of transfer when the resident transferred to the hospital. This was evident for 1 resident (Resident #10) of 2 residents reviewed for hospitalization.
- D Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide a resident a bed hold notice when the resident transferred to the hospital. This was evident for 1 resident (Resident #10) of 2 residents reviewed for hospitalization.
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, observation, and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments were accurately documented. This was evident for 1 (#107) of 1 resident reviewed for behavior.
- D PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Inspectors wroteBased on records review and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) form was completed for a newly admitted resident. This was evident for 1 (Resident #50) of 2 residents reviewed for PASRR.
- D Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record and interview with staff, it was determined that the facility staff 1) failed to provide residents/representatives with a copy of their baseline care plan that included a summary of the resident's medication. This was evident for 1 (#380) of 4 residents reviewed for pain management.
- D Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that nursing staff did not document administration of g-tube feedings that they had not actually provided. This was found to be evident for one (Resident #23) out of one resident reviewed for g-tube feeding.
- D Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents' communication needs were met. This was evident for 1 complaint (#MD00209021) of 5 complaints reviewed during the recertification survey. This had the potential to affect all deaf residents.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined the facility staff failed to ensure that dependent resident's personal hygiene needs were adequately met by providing incontinent care in a timely manner. This was evident for 1 (Resident #16) out of 132 residents reviewed during the survey process.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, observations and interviews, it was determined the facility failed to accurately assess the presence of pressure injuries and implement pressure prevention therapies. This was evident for 2 (Resident #328, #109) out of 5 residents reviewed for pressure injuries.
- D Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to develop a care plan to ensure that advances in mobility that were achieved during therapy were maintained. This was found to be evident for one (Resident #23) out of three residents reviewed for falls during the survey.
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, observations, and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to have a system in place for monitoring residents who have been identified as high risk for elopement. This was evident for 1 (#59) of 6 residents reviewed for accidents.
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to identify a resident with a critically low body mass index (BMI) and failed to have a policy and procedure in place to measure residents' height. This was evident for 1 resident (Resident #17) of 5 residents reviewed for nutrition during the recertification survey and had the potential to affect all residents.
- D Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that feedings via a g-tube were administered as ordered and failed to ensure a plan to try to restore oral eating was established. This was found to be evident for one (Resident #23) out of one resident reviewed for tube feeding.
- D Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide behavioral health monitoring to ensure a resident's highest practicable mental and psychosocial well being. This was found to be evident for 1 (Resident #30) out of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- D Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that Irregularities identified by the pharmacist were reviewed by the attending physician, timely acted upon and documented in the resident's medical record. This was evident for 3 (#30, #78, 50 ) of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- D Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the resident was free from unnecessary psychotropic medications. This was found to be evident for 1 (Resident #30) out of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- D Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review and interview, it was determined the facility failed to maintain a medication error rate of less than 5%. This was found to be evident based on 3 errors identified out of 25 opportunities for error.
- D Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Inspectors wroteBased on the interview and review of relevant documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to have a full time clinically qualified Food Service Director and failed to ensure scheduled consultations from a qualified dietitian or other clinically qualified nutrition professional. This was evident for 1 (Staff #62) of 1 Food Service Director reviewed for required credentialing.
- 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, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure clean dishes were stored and maintained in a manner to prevent contamination. This practice had the potential to affect all the residents in 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 review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to document clinical assessments. This was evident for 1 resident (Resident #17) of 5 residents reviewed for nutrition during the recertification survey.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, observation, and interview, it was determined the facility failed to maintain a resident's medical equipment in proper sanitary conditions and failed to process linens in a manner that prevents cross contamination. This was evident for 2 (Resident #88, #330) out of 2 residents, reviewed for urinary catheter or urinary tract infection during a survey and evident in 1 of 1 laundry room observations during the recertification survey and had the potential to affect all residents of the facility. .
- D Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Inspectors wroteBased on family and staff interview, and observation, it was determined the facility failed to maintain electrical equipment in safe operating condition and failed to maintain a bathroom safety rail in a safe operating condition. This was evident for 1 of 1 microwave observed during the survey and evident for 1 residents room. 1) On 9/20/24 at approximately 10:00 AM, Resident #380's family member asked if the surveyor had seen the microwave in the 1st floor pantry where residents could have food reheated. The family member then stated that the interior of the microwave was rusty and s/he was concerned the microwave was not safe to use. 9/20/24 at 10:05 AM, observation of microwave revealed the white coating on the walls and floor of the microwave was peeling with areas of coating missing, exposing areas of rust. [...]
- D Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interviews, it was determined that the Facility failed to have the call light within reach of a dependent resident. This was evident for 1 (#402) of 3 residents reviewed for Activity of Daily need (ADL) dependence during a revisit survey.
- D Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment. This was found to be evident on both floors of the nursing facility.
June 18, 2024Complaint inspection · 24 citations
- G Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, facility staff failed to provide privacy to a vulnerable resident (resident #26). This was evident for 1 of 8 residents reviewed during a complaint survey and resulted in psychosocial harm to resident #26.
- G 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 ensure that residents were free from abuse. This was evident for 2 (#3 and #29) of 27 residents reviewed for abuse. These identified concerns rose to the level of harm for both identified residents.
- E Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility documentation and interview with staff it was determined the facility staff failed to ensure that allegations involving abuse were reported to the Administrator of the facility and the State Agency no later than 2 hours after the allegation was made and results of all investigations were reported within 5 working days. This was evident in 5 of 27 abuse allegations reviewed for Residents (#1, #2, #7, #62, #3 ).
- E Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility documentation and interview with staff it was determined the facility staff failed to investigate, prevent, and correct alleged abuse violations. This was evident for 6 of 27 abuse allegations reviewed related to Residents (#1, #24, #29, #3, #61 and #17).
- E Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview with staff it was determined the facility staff failed to accurately complete resident assessments reflective of the resident's status. This was evident for 5 of the last 5 assessments for 1 (Resident #1) of 65 resident's reviewed for during the survey.
- E Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on the review of a complaint, medical record review and interview with staff, it was determined that staff failed to provide all treatment and care to residents in accordance with professional standards of practice by failing to follow practitioner orders and established care plans. This was evident for 4 of 65 (#43, #1, #25 and #20) residents reviewed during a complaint survey. A care plan is a guide that addresses the unique needs of each resident. It is used to plan, assess and evaluate the effectiveness of the resident's care.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined the facility staff failed to ensure Resident #35's responsible party (RP) was provided the opportunity to consent to the COVID-19 vaccine for Resident #35. This was evident for 1 of 81 residents selected for reviewed during the complaint survey.
- D Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interview with staff it was determined that the facility failed to assess a resident for capability to self-administer medications. This was identified during a resident interview where medications were randomly observed on the nightstand. (#43)
- D Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on random observations from tours and complaints that were placed with the Office of Health Care quality, it was determined that the facility failed to attend to and answer call bells timely for dependent residents. This was evident during tour of the first and second floor and the validated review of 1 of 49 complaints. (Resident #10)
- 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 reviews of a closed electronic medical record and staff interview, it was determined that the facility medical staff failed to create a MOLST for a resident upon admission. This was evident for 1 (Resident #57) of 65 residents reviewed during a complaint survey.
- 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 complaint, reviews of a closed medical record, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility staff failed to 1. Immediately notify a resident's physician when a resident had fallen. 2. Notify the surgeon per discharge instructions or 3. Notify a residents' representatives of a change in condition and hospitalization. This was evident for 3 (Resident #8, #58, #59) of 65 residents reviewed during a complaint survey.
- D Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Inspectors wroteBased on the review of a complaint, staff and resident interview and medical record review, it was determined that the facility failed to adequately prepare a resident for discharge. This was evident during the review of 1 of 2 complaints regarding discharges. (Resident #5)
- 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 medical record review and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to implement a care plan related to a resident's primary diagnosis and therefore implement a plan of care related to that diagnosis. This was evident for 1 of 65 residents (#43) reviewed during a complaint survey. The MDS (Minimum Data Set) is a complete assessment of the resident which provides the facility information necessary to develop a plan of care, provide the appropriate care and services to the resident, and to modify the care plan based on the resident's status.
- D Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents had a discharge summary and it was complete and accurate (Resident #17, #25, #36 and #54). This was evident for 4 of 65 residents reviewed during a complaint survey.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on the review of a complaint, medical record review and interview with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to implement wound care orders for a resident with a stage 3 pressure ulcer. This was evident during the review of 2 of 5 residents (#40 and #37) reviewed for wounds during a complaint survey
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on complaint, reviews of a closed medical record, and staff interviews, it was determined that the 1. facility staff failed to follow a resident's fall prevention care plan to ensure all nursing interventions were implemented. Resident #8 did not have the call light within reach and tried to walk to the restroom without assistance and fell. This was evident for 1 (Resident #8) of 65 residents reviewed during a complaint survey and 2. the facility failed to ensure that staff were using a mechanical lift to transfer residents based on the manufacturer's instructions to ensure resident's safety. This was evident for 1 of 1 observation of a resident transfer in a mechanical lift.
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on complaint, reviews of a closed medical record, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to 1. discharge a resident home with all of their belongings. This was evident for 1 (Residents #53) of 65 and 2. failed to accurately monitor and assess a resident's weights on admission. This was evident for 1 of 3 residents during a complaint survey (#60)
- D Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the physicians failed to have their notes in the medical record timely after seeing the resident. This was evident for 1 of 65 (#4) Residents reviewed during a complaint survey.
- D Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Inspectors wroteBased on the review of a facility reported incident (FRI) #MD00204392 related to an allegation of abuse, a review of employee files and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure Geriatric Nursing Assistants (GNAs) were competent with their skill sets. This was found to be evident for 1 out of 5 employee files reviewed for competencies and skill sets.
- D Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Inspectors wroteBased on the review of a complaint, resident interview and interview with the facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to timely provide a resident with an established psychiatric diagnosis with therapeutic treatment to maintain his/her highest practicable well-being. This was evident during the review of 1 of 65 residents (#33) reviewed during a complaint.
- D Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview it was determined that the facility staff failed to administer medications according to the physician orders. This was evident for 1 out 1 resident (#51) in the complaint sample. Documentation is an integral part of medication administration. Documentation communicates the timing, dosing, and effect of any medications received by a patient. In the setting of skilled nursing care, residents are often prescribed multiple medications for significant medical conditions. They are also often more vulnerable to medication error and more prone to changes in condition that require review and adjustment of their medication regimen. [...]
- D Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on complaint, reviews of a closed medical record, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to discharge a resident home with all of their belongings. This was evident for 1 (Residents #53) of 65 residents reviewed during a complaint survey.
- 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 failed to maintain complete and accurate medical records in accordance with accepted professional standards (Resident #25 and #51). This was evident for 2 of 65 residents reviewed during a complaint survey.
- D Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Inspectors wroteBased on a facility's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) record review and interview, the facility failed to adequately monitor malfunctions in the facility's hot water heating system. QAPI Plan A written plan that contains the process that will guide a facility in their efforts to assure care and services are maintained at acceptable levels. QAPI Committee A group consisting of a facility's administration department and selected other facility staff that review the facility's process to ensure care and services are maintained at acceptable levels.
September 27, 2019Standard inspection · 7 citations
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on surveyor observation, review of clinical records, facility policy and procedures and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure infection control practices to prevent development and transmission of communicable disease and infections for resident #221. This finding was evident for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for the respiratory care area. Additionally, based on surveyor observations and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure appropriate hand hygiene practices between residents' contacts during meal distribution. This finding was evident for 2 of the 2 floors within the facility of resident units.
- E 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 surveyor review of the clinical record, surveyor observation and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to develop comprehensive plans of care for residents. This finding was evident for 4 of 34 residents selected during the survey (#30, #61, #64, #99).
- E Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on surveyor observations, review of the facility's policy and procedure, interview with residents, maintenance contractors and facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that water temperatures were maintained in residents' rooms at a safe temperature below 120 degrees Fahrenheit (F).
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on surveyor observations and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the dignity of residents. This finding was evident for 3 of 4 residents selected for the Dignity review. (#26, #58, #219)
- D Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Inspectors wroteBased on surveyor review of the clinical records, and resident and facility staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to prevent involuntary seclusion during the treatment of a resident's medical condition. This finding was identified in 1 of 5 residents with infections not UTI related during the survey. (#99).
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on surveyor review of the clinical records and facility staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to report an incident of suspected elopement of a resident from the facility to the State Survey Agency. This finding was identified in 1 of 2 residents reviewed for accidents. (#222).
- D Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteBased on surveyor review of clinical records and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that services provided by the facility met professional standards of quality. This finding was evident in 2 of 34 residents selected for review (#68 and #99).
Fire safety inspections
40 fire safety citations on file: 16 on February 18, 2026, 18 on September 23, 2024, 6 on September 27, 2019.
Every fire safety citation40 citations
- F Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- E Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- E Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
- E Install proper backup exit lighting.
- E Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- E Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- E Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
- E Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- D Meet other general requirements.
- D Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
- D Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- D Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- D Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- F Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- F Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- 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 stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- F Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- F Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- F Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
- F Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- D Meet other general requirements.
- D Construct fire resistant interior walls.
- D Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
- D Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- C Meet other general requirements.
- C Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- C To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- C Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- B Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| September 23, 2024 | Fine | $100,523 |
| September 23, 2024 | Payment Denial | 20 days from January 1, 2025 |
| June 18, 2024 | Fine | $53,073 |
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) | 3.46 | 3.87 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.72 | 0.84 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 2.91 | 3.47 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.84 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.90 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 38.1% | 40.2% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 44.4% | 38.7% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 2 |
CMS expects 4.32 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 3.68 on weekdays and 2.91 on weekends, 21% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.3% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.52 in April to June 2025 to 3.46 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 | 3.46 | 0.72 | 3.68 | 2.91 | 0.3% | 0 of 90 | 133 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.57 | 0.59 | 3.77 | 3.05 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 126 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.51 | 0.70 | 3.73 | 2.96 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 124 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.52 | 0.83 | 3.76 | 2.91 | 0.0% | 0 of 91 | 127 |
| 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.
Staff pay reports
Staff pay at this home
No staff pay figure for this home has passed review yet. A figure appears only after at least 5 reports from at least 3 different people, sent over at least 60 days, have passed review.
Official wage estimates for Maryland
| Job | Median | Middle half | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland, all employers | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.79 | $18.46 to $22.00 | 27,720 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $35.89 | $31.40 to $38.30 | 9,560 |
| Registered nurses | $47.98 | $40.26 to $51.61 | 52,910 |
| United States, nursing care facilities | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.67 | $17.91 to $22.55 | 534,270 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $33.86 | $30.05 to $37.40 | 188,210 |
| Registered nurses | $41.11 | $37.85 to $47.68 | 142,270 |
Hourly wages; the middle half runs from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. BLS has no separate estimate for medication aides. These are survey estimates for whole occupations, not figures for any one home.
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 | 4.0 | 20.4 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.6 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.6 | 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 | 1.5 | 22.2 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 10.8 | 5.9 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 15.3 | 13.8 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 20.1 | 21.0 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 9.8 | 9.8 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.1 | 1.3 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.9 | 1.2 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: LAYHILL SNF LLC. CMS links this home to Lifeworks Rehab, a group of 64 nursing homes averaging 2.1 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thunder Health Holdco LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 100% | 07/01/2018 |
| Rma Equity LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Organization | 10% | 07/13/2023 |
| Birnbaum, Israel | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 37% | 05/01/2021 |
| Kohn, Avrohom | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 11% | 05/01/2021 |
| Birnbaum, Israel | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 08/01/2018 |
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 you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 24 problems in this area, most recently on July 14, 2026: "Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 24 problems in this area, most recently on February 18, 2026: "Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 19 problems in this area, most recently on February 18, 2026: "Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured."
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 9 problems in this area, most recently on February 18, 2026: "Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.91 hours per resident per day, below the Maryland average of 3.47.
- How long has the current administrator been here?CMS counts 2 administrators who left in the period it measured.
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- Turtle Creek Rehabilitation and Wellness Center Kensington, 4 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 58 citations
- Complete Care at Springbrook Silver Spring, 4.2 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 45 citations
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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 Layhill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Layhill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Layhill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center get at its last inspection?
- 14 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on February 18, 2026. The Maryland average is 17.
- Has Layhill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center been fined?
- Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $153,596 in the last three years.
- Does Layhill Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 Layhill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
- CMS lists 5 owners and managers, and links the home to Lifeworks Rehab. Legal business name: LAYHILL SNF LLC.
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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