Bay Harbor Post Acute
Nursing Home, Memory Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Salisbury, MD
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Bay Harbor Post Acute

Nursing Home, Memory Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Salisbury, MD
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Bay Harbor Post Acute accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Bay Harbor Post Acute

Bay Harbor Post Acute is a nursing home in Salisbury, MD, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community’s nurturing and inviting environment ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. Exceptional services, including housekeeping, laundry, concierge services, and round-the-clock care, are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. To meet residents’ unique needs and preferences, customized care plans are also provided.

Local trips, light exercises, and social events encourage residents to live actively and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also rest and freely interact with friends in spacious common areas and cozy living spaces. With fast-food chains, banks, and shops in the area, residents have quick access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it a great choice for senior living in Maryland.

(410) 749-1466

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 67.1% Below MD avg. ▼ 67.1% Below MD avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 64.5% Below MD avg. ▼ 64.5% Below MD avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 67.2% Below MD avg. ▼ 67.2% Below MD avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 18.8% Below MD avg. ▼ 18.8% Below MD avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Maryland state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 128th out of 144 homes in Maryland. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 0m per day
Rank #128 / 144Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 128th out of 144 homes in Maryland. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Maryland average, with a ranking across 144 Maryland SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Maryland avg (3h 46m per day)
vs Maryland avg
-20%
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 48m per day

Types of Care at Bay Harbor Post Acute

Nursing Home Memory Care Hospice Care Respite Care

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Lower occupancy than the Maryland average: 82.4%
Occupancy rate 63% Rank #126 / 146Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 126th out of 146 homes in Maryland. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maryland average, with its Statewide rank out of 146. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay 116 days
Occupancy rate
63% Rank #126 / 146Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 126th out of 146 homes in Maryland. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maryland average, with its Statewide rank out of 146. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
116 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 66 / 100 Rank #240 / 986Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 240th out of 986 homes in Maryland. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maryland SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 265
Employees 222
Contractors 43
Staff to resident ratio 1.28:1
29% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average ratio: 1.81:1 Maryland average ratio: 1.81:1See full Maryland ranking
Avg staff/day 112
Average shift 7.9 hours
0% compared with Maryland average
Maryland average: 8 hours Maryland average shift: 8 hoursSee full Maryland ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 81,493

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 38
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 29
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 123
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

10.1%

8,194 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 12 Physical Therapy Aide: 8 Speech Language Pathologist: 7 Certified Nursing Assistant: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 3

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant118512338,07292100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse290299,61492100%8.9
Registered Nurse2612388,56692100%8.4
Medication Aide/Technician170177,62992100%8.7
Other Dietary Services Staff140143,74792100%7
Clinical Nurse Specialist8083,6178592%8.5
Physical Therapy Aide0882,7108289%7.8
RN Director of Nursing3031,7977683%9
Speech Language Pathologist0771,2928390%7.7
Qualified Social Worker0331,0536975%7
Mental Health Service Worker3038376065%8.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0446497582%7
Nurse Practitioner1015606571%8.6
Dietitian1015046368%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0444705762%6.5
Qualified Activities Professional1013204043%8
Administrator1015689%7
123 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
29 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
38 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
17 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
14 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
8 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 92%
8 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 89%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 83%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 90%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 75%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 65%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 82%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 68%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 62%
1 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 43%
1 Administrator
% of Days 9%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2024-2025

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $13K Rank #96 / 146Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 146 homes in Maryland. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Maryland average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 146 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
79% lower than Maryland average

Maryland average: $61K

Number of fines 1
33% fewer fines than Maryland average

Maryland average: 1.5

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
650% more payment denials than Maryland average

Maryland average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $13K
Maryland average $61K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

2 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Jan 17, 2025
13 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 28, 2024
$13K

Last updated: Jan 2026

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 20.9
62% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 12.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 40.6
58% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 25.7

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 44.2%
86% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 23.7%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 41.8%
51% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 27.7%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 35.8%
38% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 25.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.0%
33% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 2.3%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.0%
8% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 6.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.4%
13% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 1.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 9.7%
67% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 5.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 16.9%
17% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 20.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.0%
8% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 12.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 70.9%
23% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 92.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.1%
In line with Maryland average

Maryland average: 96.6%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 66.5%
15% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 78.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.5%
9% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 72.8%
10% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 80.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

57% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

41% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 27 days

Medicaid

3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 - 9 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 207
Medicare
70
33.8% of residents
Medicaid
128
61.8% of residents
Private pay or other
9
4.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$32.2M
Profit
$51.2K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$32.2M Rank #21 / 145Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 21st out of 145 homes in Maryland. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Maryland SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$51.2K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #18 / 145Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 145 homes in Maryland. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Maryland average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$15.9M
49.4% of revenue Rank #48 / 145Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th out of 145 homes in Maryland. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Maryland average. Well-run Maryland SNFs typically land around 49–57% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.3M
Total costs $32.2M

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private/Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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On-site Medical Care and Health Services

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Rehabilitative Support

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Beauty Services

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Dining Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Salisbury's city center to Bay Harbor Post Acute's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Maryland

Bay Harbor Post Acute is located in Salisbury, Maryland.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maryland.

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Community Options Waiver

Maryland Medicaid Community Options Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Maryland resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
MD

High urban demand; rural outreach efforts.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Senior Care Program

Maryland Senior Care

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $11,000 individual
MD

Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (~5 trips/month) Case management

Maryland Nursing Home Medicaid

Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Nursing Home Program

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); most income applied to care costs.
Asset Limits $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal protections up to $155,356.
MD

Home equity limit $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Benefits
24/7 nursing care Meals Therapy Medications (unlimited per medical need)

Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program

Maryland Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy

Age 62+
General Maryland resident, in or moving to approved assisted living, low/moderate income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$34,000/year individual, varies by county
Asset Limits Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
MD

Not available statewide; facility must be licensed by MDH.

Benefits
Personal care Meals 24-hour supervision (up to $1,500/month subsidy typical)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maryland VA Aid and Attendance

Age
General Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maryland resident.
Income Limits (2025) Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month individual with A&A
Asset Limits $155,356 net worth limit
MD

High veteran population in suburban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs

Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)

Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program

Age 65+
General Maryland resident (6+ months), Medicare Part D enrolled.
Income Limits (2025) $48,560/year individual, 300% FPL
Asset Limits None specified.
MD

Supplements Medicare Part D; annual enrollment required.

Benefits
Up to $40/month premium subsidy Reducing drug costs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maryland Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
Income Limits (2025) $2,014/month (QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI, individual).
Asset Limits $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
MD

Includes QMB, SLMB, QI categories.

Benefits
Covers premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B) Co-pays Deductibles

Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)

Maryland Medicaid Community Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); spend-down available.
Asset Limits $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MD

Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (hours vary, typically 20-30/week) Chores Nurse supervision

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The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.

3 facilities compared · CMS & MD Dept. of Health data

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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Bay Harbor Post Acute
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Salisbury305 63.0% -24%3.01 +4%-20%$13.1k8917.83202 66 -$32.2M$15.9M49.4%215067

Frequently Asked Questions about Bay Harbor Post Acute

Is Bay Harbor Post Acute in a walkable area?

Bay Harbor Post Acute has a walk score of 66. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the address of Bay Harbor Post Acute?

Bay Harbor Post Acute is located at 200 Civic Ave, Salisbury, MD 21804.

What is the phone number of Bay Harbor Post Acute?

(410) 749-1466 will put you in contact with the team at Bay Harbor Post Acute.

Is Bay Harbor Post Acute Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Bay Harbor Post Acute is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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