Total staff
246
Employees
140
Contractors
106
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living
Nursing Home · Baltimore, MD
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.
Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living
Nursing Home · Baltimore, MD
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.
Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
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.
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 28th 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.
This home is ranked 28th 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.
4h 10m per day
Rank #28 / 144Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th 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.
vs Maryland avg
+11%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Weekend Total Nursing
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.
| 4h 3m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
89.4%
Rank #40 / 146Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 40th 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
231 days
Occupancy rate
89.4%
Rank #40 / 146Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 40th 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
231 days
Walk Score: 16 / 100 Rank #773 / 986Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 773rd 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
2.51:1
38% better than Maryland average
Avg staff/day
70
Average shift
8.8 hours
10% better than Maryland average
Total staff hours (quarter)
56,846
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
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
30
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
42
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
117
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
12.7%
7,215 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 74
Licensed Practical Nurse: 17
Registered Nurse: 13
Medical Director: 1
Feeding Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 43 | 74 | 117 | 26,078 | 92 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 17 | 42 | 10,504 | 92 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 13 | 30 | 6,511 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,968 | 92 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 15 | 0 | 15 | 2,671 | 91 | 99% | 6.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,341 | 91 | 99% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,402 | 74 | 80% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,081 | 74 | 80% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,055 | 80 | 87% | 6.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 644 | 71 | 77% | 6.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 395 | 60 | 65% | 6.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 388 | 61 | 66% | 6.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 200 | 43 | 47% | 4.6 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 156 | 26 | 28% | 6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 14 | 15% | 2 |
117 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
42 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
30 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
8 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
15 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
99%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
99%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
80%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
80%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
87%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
77%
1 Administrator
% of Days
58%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
66%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
47%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
28%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
15%
Penalties and fines
Includes penalties issued in 2024
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
$24K Rank #114 / 146Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 114th 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.
61% lower than Maryland averageMaryland average: $61K
Number of fines
4
169% more fines than Maryland averageMaryland average: 1.5
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Maryland averageMaryland average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$24K
Maryland average
$61K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
4 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 18, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 18, 2024
$16K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 20, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 20, 2024
$2K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 12, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 12, 2024
$2K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 22, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 22, 2024
$3K
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.3
5% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 12.9
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.1
14% better 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
26.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
26.1%
10% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 23.7%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.8%
39% better 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
23.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.2%
10% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 25.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.9%
16% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 2.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.1%
24% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 6.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.6%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.6%
66% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 1.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.6%
48% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 5.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
31.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
31.4%
55% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 20.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
11.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
11.3%
13% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 12.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
79.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
79.5%
14% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 92.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
79.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
79.8%
17% 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
78.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
78.6%
In line with Maryland averageMaryland average: 78.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.9%
109% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
71.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
71.9%
11% 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.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
64% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
35% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
4 months
Medicaid
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
47 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
98
Medicare
8
8.2% of residents
Medicaid
72
73.5% of residents
Private pay or other
18
18.4% 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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
89.4%
↑ 1.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$7.3M
↓ ~$3.3M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$13.6M
↑ ~$1.3M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-38.0%
↓ 15.2pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$22.6M
Operating deficit
-$7.3M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$22.6M Rank #48 / 145Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th 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.
Operating deficit
-$7.3M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #25 / 145Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th 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.
$13.6M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #25 / 145Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$29.9M
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55
Building Type: Apartment
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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2.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Md 21207's city center to Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.41 miles to nearest hospital (Dhaval Aghera, MD)
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Nursing Home in Maryland
Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living is located in Baltimore, Maryland.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maryland.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living
What neighborhood is Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living in?
Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living is in the Gwynn Oak neighborhood.
Is Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living in a walkable area?
Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the phone number of Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living?
(410) 486-4573 will put you in contact with the team at Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living.
Is Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Heritage at Augsburg Independent Living is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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