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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.
An astounding community set in the peaceful residential area of McComas Avenue, Kensington, MD, Kensington Healthcare Center offers skilled nursing. With a wide range of care services, including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and therapy services, residents keep peace of mind and receive the utmost care they deserve. A respectful and highly trained team helps residents with their day-to-day activities, ensuring a maintenance-free lifestyle.
Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, the community also conducts enriching activities and engaging programs tailored to their enjoyment and wellness. Indulge in delicious and healthy meals that cater to nutritional needs and tastes. Wound care, hospice care, and respite care are also available to meet residents’ ever-changing needs. Find the care you need in the community with its comprehensive care and specially designed amenities.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 32nd out of 112 homes in Maryland.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
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Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
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39m per day | ▼ 22% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
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LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
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45m per day | ▼ 17% State avg: 54m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
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Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
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2h 6m per day | ▼ 3% State avg: 2h 10m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
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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.
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2h 50m per day | ▼ 19% State avg: 3h 29m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
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Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
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2m per day | ▼ 60% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
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RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
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25m per day | ▼ 32% State avg: 37m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.
17% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
63% of new residents, often for short stays.
20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #38 / 117Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th out of 117 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.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Maryland average 3.9
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025
Maryland average 49.9
Maryland average 12.81
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
25 of 42 citations resulted from standard inspections; 15 of 42 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 42 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
100% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 0.5
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233% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average: 0.6
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Feb 27, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Feb 27, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Feb 27, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Feb 27, 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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| Montcare Bethesda |
HC
Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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). |
Bethesda (Georgetown Village) | 110 | 84.7% | +3% | 3.04 | -13% | -19% | 0 | 34 | 8.5 | 0 | 105 | - | 70 | Ribikow, Jack | $5.1M | $1.7M | 33.7% | 215095 | ||||
| Sligo Creek Healthcare |
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). |
Takoma Park (Carroll Manor) | 102 | 89.4% | +9% | 3.53 | -22% | -7% | 0 | 42 | 10.5 | 1 | 94 | - | 60 | Woodside Park Md Holdco Llc | $6.3M | $2.2M | 34.8% | 215327 | ||||
| Kensington Healthcare Center |
HC
Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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).
RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. |
Kensington (Mccomas Avenue) | 140 | 94.8% | +15% | 3.83 | -30% | +2% | 1 | 42 | 10.5 | 2 | 136 | - | 32 | Wo Holdings Llc | $21.4M | $6.5M | 30.2% | 215043 | ||||
| Montcare Wheaton |
HC
Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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). |
Wheaton | 94 | 89.0% | +8% | 3.10 | -4% | -18% | 0 | 58 | 19.3 | 0 | 89 | - | 63 | Md3 Operator Holdco Llc | $3.3M | $1.3M | 39% | 215048 | ||||
| Bel Pre Healthcare Center | - |
HC
Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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).
RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. |
Silver Spring (Bel Pre Road) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | F | 52 | - | - | - | - | - |
1.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kensington's city center to Kensington Healthcare Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
16% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average ratio: 1.81:1
0% compared with Maryland average
Maryland average: 8 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
5,310 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 78 | 0 | 78 | 23,957 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 31 | 32 | 63 | 9,154 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 2 | 19 | 4,620 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,562 | 74 | 81% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,489 | 65 | 71% | 8.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,199 | 71 | 78% | 6.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 929 | 88 | 97% | 7.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 820 | 67 | 74% | 8.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 680 | 70 | 77% | 5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 577 | 64 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 3 | 0 | 3 | 520 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 466 | 57 | 63% | 8.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 383 | 50 | 55% | 7.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 225 | 44 | 48% | 5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 121 | 16 | 18% | 7.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 39 | 15 | 16% | 2.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 35 | 6 | 7% | 5.8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 30 | 4 | 4% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 30 | 2 | 2% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 13 | 14% | 2.2 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
136
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.1
53% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 12.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
13.1
49% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 25.7
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
10.2%
57% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 23.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
8.5%
69% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 27.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.6%
20% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 25.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.2%
92% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 2.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.6%
32% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average: 6.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.0%
49% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.1%
70% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 20.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.4%
27% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average: 12.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.2%
11% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average: 92.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.3%
In line with Maryland average
Maryland average: 96.6%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.61
98% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average: 1.32
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.30
90% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average: 1.21
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
69.1%
12% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average: 78.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
70.8%
12% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average: 80.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
26.6%
25% worse than Maryland average
Maryland average: 21.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
2.9%
71% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 9.9%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Maryland average
Maryland average: 0.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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)
16% lower than Maryland average
Maryland average: $61K
33% fewer fines than Maryland average
Maryland average: 1.5
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Maryland average
Maryland average: 0.1
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 2, 2024
Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for Kensington Healthcare Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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