Nursing Home

Montcare Wheaton

Nursing Home

Montcare Wheaton

11901 Georgia Ave Wheaton, MD 20902 View map
Overview of Montcare Wheaton

Montcare Wheaton is a trusted community located in the serene residential area of Georgia Avenue, Wheaton, MD, that offers skilled nursing. The community is committed to improving residents’ welfare, providing top-tier care and assistance with a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. Housekeeping, laundry, and linen services are also cared for, to ensure a worry-free lifestyle.

There are a lot of things to do and explore with a full slate of fun activities and enticing trips that aim to keep residents happy and socially connected. With healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences, residents enjoy a delightful dining experience. With a wide range of care, including cardiac care, diabetic care, oncology care, memory care, hospice care, and palliative care, residents are guaranteed to find the care they need in one place. Make the most out of your best years without worries with the community’s high-quality life and inviting spaces.

(301) 942-2500

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Maryland average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Maryland average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Maryland average: 3.0/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
Maryland average: 3.7/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 6m per day

This home provides 18% less nursing time per resident than the Maryland average.

Maryland average: 3h 46m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 55m per day 50m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 1h 54m per day 2h 10m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 10m per day 3h 29m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 3m per day 5m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 31m per day 37m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 94

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Maryland average
Occupancy rate 89%
Residents per day (avg) 89
Occupancy rate
89%
Residents per day (avg)
89

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

68% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 19 days

Medicaid

10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 11 - 12 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$3.3M
Operating deficit
-$106.7K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$3,276,468.00
Operating deficit
$-106,687.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.3M
39% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.1M
Total costs $3.4M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Safety & Compliance

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Long Term
Short Term
Rehabilitation

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private or semi-private rooms
TVs and Internet Access
Lounges and activity areas
Full-service dining options
Phone for each guest/resident
Housekeeping services
Laundry and linen service
Recreational and leisure activities
Group outings
Arts and crafts
Religious & cultural celebrations
Social hour and current events

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Long Term, Short Term, Rehabilitation, Cardiac Care, Diabetic Care, Oncology Care, Orthopedic & Joint Care, In-Patient Therapy, Pulmonary Care, Stroke & Neurological Care, Wound Care, Nursing care, Assisted living, Independent living, Palliative care, Memory care, Hospice care

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Full-service dining options available.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Dining Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Recreational Activities

Types of Care at Montcare Wheaton

Nursing Home Memory Care Hospice Care
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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Maryland average 3.9


Last Health inspection on Jul 2024

Total health citations 58
Citations per inspection
19.33

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

42 of 58 citations resulted from standard inspections; 5 of 58 resulted from complaint investigations; and 11 of 58 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 0.5


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Maryland average: 0.5

0 serious citations More info Maryland average: 0.6

51 moderate citations More info Maryland average: 47.2

7 minor citations More info Maryland average: 1.7
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jul 11, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jul 11, 2024
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Jul 11, 2024
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Jul 11, 2024
Corrected

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Address 11901 Georgia Ave Wheaton, MD 20902

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

102
Total Staff
89
Employees
13
Contractors
34,813
Total Hours (Quarter)
50
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse 13 8.3 No
Licensed Practical Nurse 16 8.8 No
Certified Nursing Assistant 44 7.3 No
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
73 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
6 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services
12 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
7hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
9.6%
of total hours from contractors
3,355 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant 44 0 44 15,428 91 100% 7.3
Licensed Practical Nurse 16 0 16 6,469 91 100% 8.8
Registered Nurse 13 0 13 4,571 91 100% 8.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist 5 0 5 1,315 72 79% 7.2
Other Dietary Services Staff 3 0 3 1,167 90 99% 7.2
Speech Language Pathologist 0 3 3 911 69 76% 7.3
Physical Therapy Aide 0 3 3 895 66 73% 7.8
Dental Services Staff 3 0 3 689 66 73% 8
Physical Therapy Assistant 0 2 2 660 76 84% 8
Administrator 2 0 2 568 64 70% 8.6
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 504 63 69% 8
Dietitian 1 0 1 504 63 69% 8
Respiratory Therapy Technician 0 2 2 431 58 64% 7.4
Qualified Social Worker 0 1 1 362 52 57% 7
Occupational Therapy Aide 1 0 1 244 58 64% 4.2
Medical Director 0 1 1 52 13 14% 4
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 1 1 44 6 7% 7.3

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
84 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
26 residents (31%)
Medicaid
48 residents (57.1%)
Private pay or other
10 residents (11.9%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.8
40% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 12.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 15.6
39% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 25.7

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Maryland avg: 3.8 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.1%
53% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 23.7%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 11.7%
58% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 27.7%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 24.1%
7% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 25.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.3%
45% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 2.3%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.0%
9% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 6.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 1.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.9%
54% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 5.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 65.6%
225% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 20.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.2%
21% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 12.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 93.7%
In line with Maryland average

Maryland average: 92.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Maryland average

Maryland average: 96.6%

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Maryland avg: 3.7 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 74.2%
5% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 78.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.4%
72% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 89.9%
11% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 80.6%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 24.0%
13% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 21.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 5.8%
41% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 9.9%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.6%
105% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 64.1%
19% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 18.5%
63% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 50.6%

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Community Options Waiver

Maryland Medicaid Community Options Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Maryland resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

High urban demand; rural outreach efforts.

Senior Care Program

Maryland Senior Care

Age 65+, Maryland resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies by county).

$11,000 (individual).

Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.

Maryland Nursing Home Medicaid

Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Nursing Home Program

Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.

$943/month (individual); most income applied to care costs.

$2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal protections up to $155,356.

Home equity limit $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program

Maryland Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy

Age 62+, Maryland resident, in or moving to approved assisted living, low/moderate income.

~$34,000/year (individual, varies by county).

Not strict; prioritizes low-income.

Not available statewide; facility must be licensed by MDH.

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maryland VA Aid and Attendance

Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maryland resident.

Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).

$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population in suburban/rural areas.

Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)

Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program

Age 65+, Maryland resident (6+ months), Medicare Part D enrolled.

$48,560/year (individual, 300% FPL).

None specified.

Supplements Medicare Part D; annual enrollment required.

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maryland Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.

$2,014/month (QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI, individual).

$9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).

Includes QMB, SLMB, QI categories.

Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)

Maryland Medicaid Community Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.

$943/month (individual); spend-down available.

$2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.

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