Best Nursing Homes in Essex, MD

Updated Mar 2026

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Maryland Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Essex, Maryland: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

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

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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Riverview		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). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Essex	238 Facility 238 MD AVG 137 Rank #6 / 705	92.4% Facility 92.4% MD AVG 82.4% Rank #24 / 146	+12%	3.24 Facility 3.24 MD AVG 3.77 Rank #102 / 144				+5%	-14%	$0 Facility $0 MD AVG $65.0k Rank #1 / 146	29 Facility 29 MD AVG 49.9 Rank #30 / 146	7.3 Facility 7.3 MD AVG 12.8 Rank #26 / 146	- Facility - MD AVG 1.0	223	61 Facility 61 MD AVG 45 Rank #301 / 986	Riverview Holdco LLC	$35.5M Facility $35.5M MD AVG $18.7M Rank #18 / 145	$16.1M Facility $16.1M MD AVG $6.5M Rank #14 / 145	45.5% Facility 45.5% MD AVG 38.5% Rank #64 / 145	215203
Oakwood Care Center		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). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Middle River	130 Facility 130 MD AVG 137 Rank #67 / 705	86.4% Facility 86.4% MD AVG 82.4% Rank #61 / 146	+5%	3.72 Facility 3.72 MD AVG 3.77 Rank #56 / 144				-3%	-2%	$13.3k Facility $13.3k MD AVG $65.0k Rank #99 / 146	72 Facility 72 MD AVG 49.9 Rank #122 / 146	18.0 Facility 18.0 MD AVG 12.8 Rank #123 / 146	2 Facility 2 MD AVG 1.0	116	48 Facility 48 MD AVG 45 Rank #448 / 986	Oakwood Holdco LLC	$16.8M Facility $16.8M MD AVG $18.7M Rank #90 / 145	$8.0M Facility $8.0M MD AVG $6.5M Rank #78 / 145	47.9% Facility 47.9% MD AVG 38.5% Rank #52 / 145	215181

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

CMS data
5 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

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Weighting overview

35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

Includes
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
QM Rating
Long-Stay QM
Short-Stay QM

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Includes
Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
RN vs State
Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
RN Turnover

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes
Citations
Citations/Inspection
Severe Citations
Fines
Accreditations

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

Includes
Occupancy vs State
Avg Length of Stay
Revenue
Payroll %
Years in Operation
Admin Tenure

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

Includes
Walk Score
BBB Rating

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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 2 nursing homes in Essex, MD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Essex, 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 Essex, 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 Essex, 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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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Riverview

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Oakwood Care Center

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