Total staff
82
Employees
72
Contractors
10
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Knollwood Life Plan Community
Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care · Washington, WA
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.
Knollwood Life Plan Community
Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care · Washington, WA
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.
Knollwood Life Plan Community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Knollwood Life Plan Community
Knollwood Life Plan Community is an exceptional life plan community in Washington, D.C., that offers comprehensive care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory support, and rehabilitation. With its tight-knit environment, the community strives to provide older adults with comfortable and secure residences. 24-hour care, social programs, and therapeutic services are also offered for reisdents’ holistic wellness. Utilizing innovative solutions, the community goes above and beyond to enrich residents’ living experiences.
Stimulating activities are conducted to improve the cognition of those with memory loss, as well as recreational opportunities to help them connect with peers. A spa whirlpool baths, scenic pathways, and a community vegetable garden are just some of the community’s unique features, dedicated for residents’ leisure and wellness. Surrounded by lush trees and serene green spaces, residents here are guaranteed a relaxing retirement. This senior living community is one of Washington’s finest retirement communities, as reflected on its high-quality services and wide range of amenities.
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.
Types of Care at Knollwood Life Plan Community
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing
Memory Care
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
77.9%
Rank #5 / 9Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 9 homes in District of Columbia. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the District of Columbia average, with its Statewide rank out of 9. 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
348 days
Occupancy rate
77.9%
Rank #5 / 9Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 9 homes in District of Columbia. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the District of Columbia average, with its Statewide rank out of 9. 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
348 days
Walk Score: 15 / 100 Rank #24 / 24Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 24 homes in District of Columbia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across District of Columbia 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.
About this community
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Memory Support
Specific ProgramsWellness & Fitness, Events & Social Life, Our Story, Leadership Team, Milestones, Corporate Partners, Download Brochure, Tours & Events, Webinar Series, ADF Foundation, The Bugle
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
1.86:1
0% compared with Washington average
Avg staff/day
37
Average shift
7.7 hours
5% worse than Washington average
Total staff hours (quarter)
26,068
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
16
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
11
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
30
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
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
8.6%
2,248 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 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 | 30 | 0 | 30 | 9,829 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 5,669 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,999 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2,381 | 90 | 98% | 7.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 785 | 78 | 85% | 6.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 745 | 72 | 78% | 6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 463 | 63 | 68% | 7.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 323 | 62 | 67% | 5.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 290 | 61 | 66% | 4.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 92 | 15 | 16% | 6.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 3% | 4.3 |
30 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
16 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
11 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
11 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
98%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
85%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
78%
1 Administrator
% of Days
67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
67%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
66%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
68%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
67%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
66%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
16%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$0 Rank #1 / 10Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 10 homes in District of Columbia. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the District of Columbia average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 10 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.
100% lower than Washington averageWashington average: $100K
Number of fines
0
100% fewer fines than Washington averageWashington average: 1.7
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
100% more payment denials than Washington averageWashington average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$0
Washington average
$100K
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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.
17.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
17.9
66% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 10.8
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
31.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
31.9
39% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 22.9
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
39.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
39.1%
70% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 23.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
39.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
39.3%
72% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 22.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
17.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
17.1%
27% better than Washington averageWashington average: 23.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.3%
91% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 1.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.3%
35% better than Washington averageWashington average: 8.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.1%
74% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 1.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.7%
21% better than Washington averageWashington average: 4.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.6%
70% better than Washington averageWashington average: 5.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
9.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
9.4%
30% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 7.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.7%
5% better than Washington averageWashington average: 90.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 97.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
76.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
76.6%
15% better than Washington averageWashington average: 66.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 0.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.1%
12% better than Washington averageWashington average: 73.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
75% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
29 days
Private pay
19% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
9 years
Medicaid
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
8 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
44
Medicare
3
6.8% of residents
Medicaid
21
47.7% of residents
Private pay or other
20
45.5% 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
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
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 Knollwood Life Plan Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
77.9%
↓ 6.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1.4M
↑ ~$951.2K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$11.9M
↑ ~$142.7K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-5.8%
↑ 11.0pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$27.6M
Operating deficit
-$1.4M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$27.6M Rank #6 / 9Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 9 homes in District of Columbia. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the District of Columbia 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
-$1.4M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #6 / 9Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 9 homes in District of Columbia. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the District of Columbia 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.
$11.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #6 / 9Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 9 homes in District of Columbia. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the District of Columbia 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.
$17.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$28.9M
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Swimming Pool
Exercise Programs
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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).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Knollwood Life Plan Community
What neighborhood is Knollwood Life Plan Community in?
Knollwood Life Plan Community is in the Northwest Washington neighborhood.
Is Knollwood Life Plan Community in a walkable area?
Knollwood Life Plan Community has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are there photos of Knollwood Life Plan Community?
Yes — there are 21 photos of Knollwood Life Plan Community in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Knollwood Life Plan Community?
Knollwood Life Plan Community is located at 6200 Oregon Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015, United States.
What is the phone number of Knollwood Life Plan Community?
(202) 541-0149 will put you in contact with the team at Knollwood Life Plan Community.
Is Knollwood Life Plan Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Knollwood Life Plan Community is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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