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Page 17 of Best Nursing Homes in Maryland

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 164 nursing homes in 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 Table AL (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.
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.
Stadium Place Nursing and Rehab Center ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Baltimore (Ednor Gardens-Lakeside)
100
Facility 100
MD AVG 107
Rank #76 / 142
55.1%
Facility 55.1%
MD AVG 82.7%
Rank #85 / 91
-33%
3.04
Facility 3.04
MD AVG 3.77
Rank #108 / 120
C- ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ -51%-19%
$16.6k
Facility $16.6k
MD AVG $65.0k
Rank #95 / 123
72
Facility 72
MD AVG 49.9
Rank #99 / 123
18.0
Facility 18.0
MD AVG 12.8
Rank #107 / 123
255-
72
Facility 72
MD AVG 45
Rank #19 / 161
-
$4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $18.4M
Rank #102 / 105
$2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $8.4M
Rank #78 / 105
49.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG 50.3%
Rank #31 / 105
215232
Pines Nursing and Rehab ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Easton (South Pennsfield)
195
Facility 195
MD AVG 107
Rank #10 / 142
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2.93
Facility 2.93
MD AVG 3.77
Rank #116 / 120
D- ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -47%-22%
$24.1k
Facility $24.1k
MD AVG $65.0k
Rank #101 / 123
179
Facility 179
MD AVG 49.9
Rank #123 / 123
35.8
Facility 35.8
MD AVG 12.8
Rank #123 / 123
438-
32
Facility 32
MD AVG 45
Rank #117 / 161
Md4 Holdco, LLC$13.1M*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.$4.2M*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.31.7%*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.215010
Layhill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
PC
SNF
Silver Spring
129
Facility 129
MD AVG 107
Rank #51 / 142
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3.07
Facility 3.07
MD AVG 3.77
Rank #100 / 120
D- ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -1%-19%
$153.6k
Facility $153.6k
MD AVG $65.0k
Rank #122 / 123
103
Facility 103
MD AVG 49.9
Rank #119 / 123
20.6
Facility 20.6
MD AVG 12.8
Rank #116 / 123
3133-
8
Facility 8
MD AVG 45
Rank #153 / 161
-
$21.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $18.4M
Rank #30 / 105
$8.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $8.4M
Rank #34 / 105
39.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG 50.3%
Rank #63 / 105
215168
Hermitage at St. John’s Creek ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Solomons
68
Facility 68
MD AVG 107
Rank #100 / 142
--
3.36
Facility 3.36
MD AVG 3.77
Rank #65 / 120
? ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +10%-11%
$225.9k
Facility $225.9k
MD AVG $65.0k
Rank #123 / 123
32
Facility 32
MD AVG 49.9
Rank #31 / 123
6.4
Facility 6.4
MD AVG 12.8
Rank #19 / 123
295-
42
Facility 42
MD AVG 45
Rank #87 / 161
Hermisol Holdco LLC
$14.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $18.4M
Rank #73 / 105
$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $8.4M
Rank #44 / 105
52.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG 50.3%
Rank #26 / 105
215270
Creekside Village ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Hagerstown (Ravenwood Lutheran Village)
80
Facility 80
MD AVG 107
Rank #93 / 142
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
MD AVG 82.7%
Rank #17 / 91
+14%
3.24
Facility 3.24
MD AVG 3.77
Rank #87 / 120
? ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +32%-14%
$111.5k
Facility $111.5k
MD AVG $65.0k
Rank #121 / 123
104
Facility 104
MD AVG 49.9
Rank #120 / 123
17.3
Facility 17.3
MD AVG 12.8
Rank #103 / 123
676-
22
Facility 22
MD AVG 45
Rank #126 / 161
Abraham Smilow
$9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $18.4M
Rank #93 / 105
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $8.4M
Rank #74 / 105
30.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 30.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG 50.3%
Rank #70 / 105
215113

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Towson Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

509 E Joppa Rd, Towson, MD 21286
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Overview of Towson Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Towson Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Towson, MD, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. The community’s nurturing and inviting environment ensures older adults’ comfort and safety. With full-service dining, daily housekeeping, and laundry, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. Personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and habits, ensuring their recovery and wellness.

Exercises, social events, and a variety of activities provide residents with more opportunities to try new interests and gain meaningful experiences. Cozy lounges, activity areas, and thoughtfully curated rooms also foster interactions and relaxation. Nestled in the quiet residential area of Towson, near a pharmacy, restaurants, and public transportation, the community provides residents with quick access to necessities and leisure. As one of the best choices for senior living in Maryland, this nursing home continuously provides the best possible care for older adults’ welfare.

Email: info@towsonhc.com
Phone: (410) 828-9494

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Assisted Living of Annapolis

477 Broadneck Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
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Treat yourself to a blissful retirement at Assisted Living of Annapolis, an inviitng community in Annapolis, MD, that offers assisted living and memory care. With its commitment to improving residents’ quality of life, the community continuously helps residents with their daily living activities and household tasks 24/7. Here, residents’ comfort and safety are guaranteed with accessible and purposely designed accommodations.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Three delicious and well-balanced meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents are assured of taking their medicines as prescribed. The community is a good option fot those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years.

Phone: (410) 757-5646

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Newbegin Care Home

2200 Saranac Street, Adelphi, MD 20783
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Newbegin Care Home is a nursing home in Adelphi, MD, offering skilled nursing, hospice care, and palliative care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management.

The home has eight beds, creating a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Newbegin Care Home is a single-story building and may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community.

Phone: (240) 271-7260

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Clinton Healthcare Center

9211 Stuart Ln, Clinton, MD 20735
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Clinton Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Clinton, MD, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Promoting a supportive and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for throughout their stay. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and recreational activities, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Committed to residents’ whole-person wellness, the community works closely with them and their families to provide the best possible care for their recovery.

Cookouts, game nights, and light exercises ensure residents continue learning and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also rest comfortably in thoughtfully furnished rooms. Located near Branch Avenue in the peaceful residential area of Clinton, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is one of the best choices for senior living in Maryland, especially with top-notch services.

Email: clinton@trendltc.com
Phone: (301) 868-3600

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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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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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
02

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
03

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
04

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
05

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Maryland

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 164 nursing homes in Maryland. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Maryland?

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 Maryland, 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 Maryland?

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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Nursing Homes in Maryland at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Maryland. 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: 3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Maryland. 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: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Maryland. 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.
National Average: 3.0/ 5