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Nursing homes in Wicomico County, Maryland
There are 4 certified nursing homes in Wicomico County, Maryland, with 613 beds between them.
50% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 249 health deficiencies over three cycles, 40.6 per 100 beds against 41.9 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $181K across 6 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Wicomico County | Maryland | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 4 | 221 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 50% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 40.6 | 41.9 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.8 | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $181K | $4.6M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer'S Head Center | Salisbury | 80 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 23.8 | $41K | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Wicomico Nursing Home | Salisbury | 102 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 40 | 39.2 | $28K | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Anchorage Rehabilitation and Wellness Center | Salisbury | 126 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 96 | 76.2 | $10K | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Bay Harbor Post Acute Healthcare CenterSFF Candidate | Salisbury | 305 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 94 | 30.8 | $101K | 17 Apr 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 12 |
| F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | 11 |
| F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | 9 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 8 |
| F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | 8 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 2 |
| Government | 2 |
Chains present: Marquis Health Services (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Wicomico County, Maryland?
4 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 613 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Wicomico County have the highest CMS ratings?
Deer'S Head Center (5 stars), Wicomico Nursing Home (4 stars), Anchorage Rehabilitation and Wellness Center (2 stars)
How do Wicomico County nursing homes compare with Maryland?
50% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 40.6 per 100 beds against 41.9 statewide.