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Ellicott City Healthcare CenterCMS ratings, inspections and fines

Address
3000 North Ridge Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
CCN
215160
Ownership type
For-profit, corporation
Certified beds
182
Chain
Communicare Health
Residents per day
147
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CMS star ratings
Overall rating2 of 5
Health inspection rating1 of 5
Staffing rating4 of 5
Quality measure rating5 of 5
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CMS gives Ellicott City Healthcare Center an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 19 Feb 2026. The latest survey cycle has 35 health citations. The median for nursing homes in Maryland is 16. CMS lists no fines for this home in its penalties file.

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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .

Since the last CMS update

The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.

Ratings

CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.

CMS star ratings of Ellicott City Healthcare Center, with medians
Rating (1 to 5 stars)This homeHoward County medianMaryland medianUS average (CMS)
Overall rating24.03.03.0
Health inspection rating14.03.02.8
Staffing rating44.03.02.9
Quality measure rating53.04.03.6

A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 6 homes in the county, 221 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure

Citations by survey cycle

CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.

Health citations of Ellicott City Healthcare Center in the last three survey cycles
Survey cycleStandard surveyCitationsMaryland median
Cycle 1 (latest)19 Feb 20263516
Cycle 210 Sep 20244118
Cycle 3No date3412

Health citations

The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.

Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.

Scope and severity of the 110 citations. Select a cell to show only its rows.
SeverityIsolatedPatternWidespread
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safetyJ0K0L0
Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardyH0I0
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
No actual harm, potential for minimal harmA0B0

Survey cycle 1 (latest): 35 citations

Standard survey of this cycle: .

Health citations of Ellicott City Healthcare Center in survey cycle 1, the latest first
Survey dateF-tagRequirement (CMS text)Scope and severitySurvey typeCorrected
19 Feb 2026F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DComplaint investigation15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0584Honor 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.FComplaint investigation8 Jun 2026
19 Feb 2026F0585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.EStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesDStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey8 Jun 2026
19 Feb 2026F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DStandard survey8 Jun 2026
19 Feb 2026F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.EStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.DStandard survey8 Jun 2026
19 Feb 2026F0730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.EStandard survey8 Jun 2026
19 Feb 2026F0732Post nurse staffing information every day.CStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0761Ensure 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.FStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0843Have an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care.CStandard survey15 Apr 2026
19 Feb 2026F0847Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.EStandard survey8 Jun 2026
19 Feb 2026F0867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.FStandard survey8 Jun 2026
19 Feb 2026F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.FStandard survey8 Jun 2026
19 Feb 2026F0919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.EStandard survey8 Jun 2026
19 Feb 2026F0944Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.DStandard survey8 Jun 2026
4 Nov 2025F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DComplaint investigation31 Dec 2025
4 Nov 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation31 Dec 2025
4 Nov 2025F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.DComplaint investigation31 Dec 2025

Survey cycle 2: 41 citations

Standard survey of this cycle: .

Health citations of Ellicott City Healthcare Center in survey cycle 2, the latest first
Survey dateF-tagRequirement (CMS text)Scope and severitySurvey typeCorrected
27 Jun 2025F0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.DComplaint investigation25 Jul 2025
27 Jun 2025F0585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.DComplaint investigation25 Jul 2025
27 Jun 2025F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DComplaint investigation25 Jul 2025
27 Jun 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation25 Jul 2025
4 Mar 2025F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0584Honor 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.EComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0790Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0825Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0840Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.EComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
4 Mar 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DComplaint investigation2 Apr 2025
10 Sep 2024F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0577Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.DStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.EComplaint investigation18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.DStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.DStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.EComplaint investigation18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedDStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.EStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.DStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.EComplaint investigation18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0744Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.DStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.EStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0761Ensure 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.EStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0772Have an agreement with an approved laboratory to obtain services, if on-site laboratory services aren't provided.DComplaint investigation18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0840Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.EStandard survey18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation18 Oct 2024
10 Sep 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DStandard survey18 Oct 2024

Survey cycle 3: 34 citations

The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.

Health citations of Ellicott City Healthcare Center in survey cycle 3, the latest first
Survey dateF-tagRequirement (CMS text)Scope and severitySurvey typeCorrected
14 Oct 2022F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0574The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0577Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.DStandard survey13 Jan 2023
14 Oct 2022F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.GStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0608Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure (1) employees report any suspicion of a crime against any resident, according to timelines; (2) post the notice of employee rights; and (3) prohibit and prevent retaliation for reporting.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.EStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.DStandard survey13 Jan 2023
14 Oct 2022F0625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.DStandard survey13 Jan 2023
14 Oct 2022F0638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.EStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.EStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0710Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.EStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.EStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0713Provide or arrange emergency care by a doctor 24 hours a day.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0732Post nurse staffing information every day.DStandard survey13 Jan 2023
14 Oct 2022F0761Ensure 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.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.EStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.EStandard survey13 Jan 2023
14 Oct 2022F0865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.EStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.EStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyEStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.FStandard survey21 Nov 2022
14 Oct 2022F0924Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.DStandard survey21 Nov 2022

The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report

Penalties

A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.

CMS lists no fine and no payment denial for this home in its penalties file.

Staffing

Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.

Nurse staffing hours per resident per day at Ellicott City Healthcare Center
StaffThis homeMaryland medianMaryland average (CMS)
All nurse staff3.583.603.87
Registered nurses (RN)0.600.700.84
Licensed practical nurses (LPN)1.050.91
Nurse aides1.942.12
All nurse staff, weekends3.253.203.47
Nurse staff turnover in a year
27.3%
Nurse staff turnover, Maryland median
41.5%
RN turnover in a year
30.4%
Administrators who left in a year
0

Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.

Quality measures

A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.

Quality measures of Ellicott City Healthcare Center, average of four quarters (2025Q2-2026Q1)
Measure (CMS text)ResidentsThis homeMaryland medianUS median
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increasedLong Stay20.8%20.0%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay0.1%0.3%0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infectionLong Stay0.7%0.9%0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injuryLong Stay1.3%2.0%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay0.9%0.8%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay29.8%20.7%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay5.7%5.3%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay9.4%11.9%13.4%

For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure

Ownership

An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.

Ownership type
For-profit, corporation
Chain
Communicare Health (110 homes in the CMS chain file)
Organisations in the CMS ownership record of Ellicott City Healthcare Center
OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
Omg Re Leasing Co, LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest100%1 Jan 2012
Ridge Mgmt Co LLCOperational/managerial control1 Jan 2012
Ridge Mgmt Co LLCAdp of the snf14 Apr 2025

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Other homes in Howard County

The 5 nearest other nursing homes in Howard County, Maryland
Nursing homeCityOverall ratingCitations, latest cycleFinesLast standard survey
The Lutheran Village at Miller's GrantEllicott City53$026 Jun 2025
Encore at Turf ValleyEllicott City49$014 May 2025
Residences at Vantage PointColumbia59$019 Mar 2026
Lorien Health Systems - ColumbiaColumbia225$16,04214 Jan 2026
Lorien Nursing & Rehab Ctr - ElkridgeElkridge313$012 Feb 2026

All 6 nursing homes in Howard County

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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of Ellicott City Healthcare Center (CCN 215160). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/ellicott-city-healthcare-center-ellicott-city-md-215160/

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Questions

When was Ellicott City Healthcare Center last inspected?
The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 19 Feb 2026. It was a standard survey and a complaint investigation. It gave 32 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 10 Sep 2024.
Who operates Ellicott City Healthcare Center?
The CMS record gives the ownership type as for-profit, corporation. CMS lists the home in the chain Communicare Health. The CMS ownership file names Ridge Mgmt Co LLC for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
Is Ellicott City Healthcare Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. The CMS provider file lists no Special Focus status for this home. CMS lists 1 home in Maryland as a Special Focus Facility and 5 as candidates.
Where does the data on this page come from?
The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.