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Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
9715 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD 21811
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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a For-profit, limited liability company nursing home in Berlin, Maryland, certified for 165 beds and caring for about 94 residents a day.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, below the Maryland median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 2 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 71 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (18, 22, 31 by cycle, most recent first), 3 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 43.0 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 43.7.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $232K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.1 hours per resident per day (0.5 RN), close to the Maryland median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 41.8%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Worcester Co. median | Maryland median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 71 | 58 | 45 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 43.0 | 50.7 | 43.7 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.1 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 41.8% | 41.8% | 41.5% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $232,065 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (3 in the county, 221 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Maryland average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 23 Jul 2025, 10 Jun 2022.
Severity mix: J ×1 G ×2 D ×48 E ×15 F ×4 C ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0573 | Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0685 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0730 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | G | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 23 Jul 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | F | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | F | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0838 | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. | F | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | E | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0711 | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0730 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Complaint investigation | 28 Nov 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Complaint investigation | 28 Nov 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0940 | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Nov 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0773 | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | C | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | E | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0567 | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0577 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0640 | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0675 | Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0676 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 10 Jun 2022 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 21 Sep 2018 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | D | Standard survey | 16 Oct 2018 |
| 21 Sep 2018 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 16 Oct 2018 |
| 21 Sep 2018 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 16 Oct 2018 |
| 21 Sep 2018 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Standard survey | 16 Oct 2018 |
| 21 Sep 2018 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | D | Standard survey | 16 Oct 2018 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jul 2025 | Fine | $21,348 | |
| 27 Sep 2023 | Fine | $210,717 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Maryland average. Turnover: nursing staff 41.8%, RNs 27.3%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Maryland median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 31.7% | 20.0% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 2.9% | 2.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 30.0% | 20.7% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.5% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 9.5% | 11.9% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Berlin Health Care Llc. Chain: Fundamental Healthcare (66 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland Long Term Care LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/18/2016 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Worcester County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartley Nursing and Rehab | Pocomoke City | 73 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 37 | 50.7 | — | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Snow Hill Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center | Snow Hill | 69 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 58 | 84.1 | — | 8 May 2026 |
All 3 facilities in Worcester County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center been cited for?
71 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 3 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Maryland median is 45 per facility.
Has Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $232K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.1 hours per resident per day against a Maryland median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
It is part of the Fundamental Healthcare chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Maryland Long Term Care LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 23 Jul 2025; the most recent standard health survey was 23 Jul 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.