Total health inspections
3
Maryland average 3.9
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Copper Ridge Center
Nursing Home in Maryland
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Copper Ridge Center
Nursing Home in Maryland
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Copper Ridge Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Copper Ridge Center is a skilled nursing and assisted living facility located in Sykesville, Maryland. It offers long-term care, short-term care, respite, and assisted living services to residents. The center is dedicated to providing high-quality care in a comfortable and compassionate environment.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 32nd out of 106 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.
This home is ranked 32nd out of 106 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 49m per day
Rank #32 / 106Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 106 homes in Maryland.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Maryland average, with a ranking across 106 Maryland SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs Maryland avg
-11%
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
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.
| 3h 35m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
67.5%
Rank #90 / 109Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 109 homes in Maryland.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maryland average, with its statewide rank out of 109. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
83 days
Occupancy rate
67.5%
Rank #90 / 109Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 109 homes in Maryland.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maryland average, with its statewide rank out of 109. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
83 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
62% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
28% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Medicaid
10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$15.2M
Operating deficit
-$577.1K
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$15.2M Rank #72 / 109Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 109 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 %.
Operating deficit
-$577.1K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #52 / 109Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 52nd out of 109 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.
$5.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #52 / 109Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 52nd out of 109 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$15.8M
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
31 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
About this community
Facility Type3
IssuanceJuly 1, 1994
CountyCarroll
CMS Certification Number215265
Owner NamePeak
Profit Statustrue
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing Center, Assisted Living Center
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
45
Rank #59 / 108Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 59th out of 108 homes in Maryland.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Maryland state average, with a ranking across all 108 MD SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.
Maryland average 49.9
Citations per inspection
15
Rank #76 / 108Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 76th out of 108 homes in Maryland.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Maryland mean across 108 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.
Maryland average 12.81
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
30 of 45 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 45 resulted from complaint investigations; and 14 of 45 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 0.5
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
45 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 05, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 05, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 05, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 05, 2025
Corrected
Environmental moderate citation
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Jun 05, 2025
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Jun 05, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jun 05, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jun 05, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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Copper Ridge Center is located in Sykesville, Maryland.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
241
Employees
68
Contractors
173
Staff to resident ratio
3.49:1
93% better than Maryland averageMaryland average ratio: 1.81:1
Avg staff/day
40
Average shift
8.1 hours
0% compared with Maryland averageMaryland average: 8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
29,641
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
30
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
48
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
125
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
29.9%
8,866 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 100
Licensed Practical Nurse: 34
Registered Nurse: 20
Physical Therapy Assistant: 6
Speech Language Pathologist: 5
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 25 | 100 | 125 | 10,824 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 34 | 48 | 5,840 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 20 | 30 | 2,685 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2,052 | 89 | 98% | 11.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,703 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,422 | 71 | 78% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 946 | 73 | 80% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 6 | 6 | 637 | 80 | 88% | 6.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 539 | 66 | 73% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 468 | 60 | 66% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 410 | 57 | 63% | 7.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 372 | 64 | 70% | 5.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 209 | 24 | 26% | 8.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 38 | 10 | 11% | 3.8 |
125 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
48 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
30 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
3 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
98%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
78%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
80%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
88%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
73%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
65%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
66%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
63%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
70%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
26%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
11%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
69
Medicare
23
33.3% of residents
Medicaid
43
62.3% of residents
Private pay or other
3
4.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
22.8
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
22.8
76% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 12.9
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
38.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
38.4
50% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 25.7
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
46.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
46.8%
97% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 23.7%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
41.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
41.1%
49% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 27.7%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.4%
6% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 25.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.2%
85% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 2.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.5%
46% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 6.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 1.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
12.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
12.4%
113% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 5.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
39.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
39.1%
93% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 20.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.4%
65% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 12.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
53.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
53.2%
42% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 92.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
87.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
87.8%
9% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 96.6%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
33.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
33.0%
58% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 78.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.3%
136% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
22.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
22.5%
72% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 80.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
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
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Copper Ridge Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
67.5%
↓ 1.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$577.1K
↓ ~$207.0K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6.8M
↓ ~$343.6K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-3.8%
↓ 1.0pp vs 2022
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