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Our editorial team analyzed 26 nursing homes in Baltimore, MD using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in MD
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableAL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Maryland average is: 50.3% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
$15.4M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$7.5M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
48.3%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other MD nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 26 analyzed for Baltimore. See how we rank facilities
As Baltimore’s FIRST nursing home, Maryland Baptist Aged Home has provided nursing care excellence for over 100 years. Maryland Baptist Aged Home provides a homelike atmosphere in a family-oriented environment. Its staff maintains a service of dignity and respect. The faith-based community designs activities to hit the overall well-being of every resident. Reflected on its decades of service, Maryland Baptist Aged Homes offers the ideal place for seniors looking for quality service.
Baptist Home’s areas of services include 24-hour skilled nursing, pain management, and therapy services (speech, physical, occupational); as well as offering short-term and long-term care, wound care, hospice care, and respite care. In-house community features include a pharmacy, a physician, and psychological services available.
Receive quality care and support with Garrison Estates I Facility, an inviting community in Baltimore, MD dedicated to assisted living. The community helps residents maintain their independence while receiving round-the-clock care and individualized care plans tailored to their needs. In addition to daily living assistance, the community provides compassionate Alzheimer’s care to those dealing with the challenges of memory loss to help them thrive against their condition.
There’s an array of social and cultural activities for residents to enjoy, keeping them active and entertained. The community also provides the convenience of having skilled nursing and therapy services like occupational, physical, and speech therapy on-site. With Garrison Estates I Facility, residents enjoy all the comforts they need to continue living the lifestyle they want.
Thrive in a nurturing environment with Garrison Estates II Facility, a dependable community in Baltimore, MD designed for assisted living. The community ensures residents’ comfort and peace of mind with 24-hour care, daily living support, and access to Alzheimer’s care should they need it. An array of certified services, such as skilled nursing, therapy services, and medication management are also offered to help residents maintain their well-being.
Dedicated to filling residents’ days with fun and enjoyment, the community also provides a wide range of activities, events, and celebrations. Full meals and replenishing snacks are also served every day to help residents maintain their health and nutrition. Here, every resident is allowed to enjoy the things they love without hassles and worries.
Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Bradhurst Road, Baltimore, MD, Bradhurst Estate Facility is a trusted community that offers assisted living. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, providing residents with comprehensive care whenever needed including 24-hour care, Alzheimer’s care, skilled nursing, wound care, cardiac, and pulmonary care, alongside its purposely built accommodations. With a specially trained and compassionate team, older adults can rest assured of living their later years comfortably.
Aside from non-medical and healthcare services, the community also conducts fun-filled activities and engaging programs to keep residents active and happy. Here, residents indulge in healthy and delicious meals, carefully planned to meet their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, therapy services, and 45-day nurse assessments are provided for residents’ healthcare needs. Live your retirement without hassles with the community’s dedicated and top-notch care.
Overview of Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living
Heritage at Augsburg, located in Baltimore, Maryland, offers unbeatable senior apartments that allow residents to embrace their authentic selves within a kind, caring, and supportive community. The independent living neighborhoods provide the gift of independence, with private residences featuring abundant natural light, ample storage, and a warm, welcoming design. Residents enjoy the freedom to learn, grow, and enjoy all that life has to offer, with the security of having access to higher levels of care, such as assisted living and the on-site health center, should their needs change.
The community’s promise is to foster a caring environment with exciting activities and a comprehensive suite of services and amenities, including full kitchens, private patios or balconies, 24-hour emergency response, and scheduled transportation. Heritage at Augsburg is committed to helping seniors flourish, providing a comfortable and supportive community where they can live their authentic lives. With a focus on independence, security, and enrichment, the community offers an unbeatable senior living experience in Baltimore.
National Cultural Living is a nursing home in Baltimore, MD, offering nursing care, skilled nursing, palliative care, and respite care. Licensed nursing care is provided on site, while palliative care focuses on comfort and respite care supports a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.
The community has 12 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms offer an individual living space, while shared rooms suit someone who prefers having a companion in the room.
Medicaid is accepted, giving eligible residents a payment option when personal savings may not cover a long term stay. That financial option may matter to families planning for ongoing care.
National Cultural Living may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community and needs nursing, palliative, or short term respite care. The range of services includes both ongoing nursing support and a temporary stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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Avg home costs:
$13,250,043.32 (Maryland avg:
$11,122,768.63)
Avg occupancy:
85.87% (Maryland avg:
83.48%)
Avg bed count:
132 (Maryland avg:
138)
Avg home revenue:
$18,285,219.49 (Maryland avg:
$17,549,408.90)
Community-level financial and occupancy data
FRANKLIN WOODS:
89.57% occupancy,
117 beds,
$25,073,868.00 home revenue,
$6,767,765.00 payroll costs,
$9,257,321.00 home costs.
AUGSBURG LUTHERAN HOME OF MD INC.:
80.92% occupancy,
107 beds,
$17,557,914.00 home revenue,
$9,082,198.00 payroll costs,
$12,761,242.00 home costs.
COMPLETE CARE AT HERITAGE LLC:
82.94% occupancy,
177 beds,
$22,754,278.00 home revenue,
$5,117,388.00 payroll costs,
$14,548,680.00 home costs.
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Metric
Baltimore
Maryland
Avg payroll costs
$5,963,348.37
$5,946,798.02
Avg home costs
$13,250,043.32
$11,122,768.63
Avg occupancy
85.87%
83.48%
Avg bed count
132
138
Avg home revenue
$18,285,219.49
$17,549,408.90
Community
Occupancy
Beds
Home Revenue
Payroll Costs
Home Costs
Medicare
Medicaid
Private Pay
FRANKLIN WOODS
89.57%
117
$25,073,868.00
$6,767,765.00
$9,257,321.00
53.08%
36.03%
10.89%
AUGSBURG LUTHERAN HOME OF MD INC.
80.92%
107
$17,557,914.00
$9,082,198.00
$12,761,242.00
9.37%
66.82%
23.81%
COMPLETE CARE AT HERITAGE LLC
82.94%
177
$22,754,278.00
$5,117,388.00
$14,548,680.00
30.67%
62.98%
6.35%
Nursing Homes in Baltimore at a glance
Avg Overall CMS Rating:2.5/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Baltimore, MD. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:2.4/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Baltimore, MD. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.4/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Baltimore, MD. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Baltimore, MD
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Maryland?
Assisted living in Maryland is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Maryland Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Maryland Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 26 nursing homes in Baltimore, MD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Baltimore, MD?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Baltimore, MD, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Baltimore, MD?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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