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Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab
520 Glenburn Avenue, Cambridge, MD 21613
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Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★
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.
Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab, in Cambridge, Maryland, is certified for 160 beds under for-profit, corporation ownership and belongs to the Key Health Management chain.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, below the Maryland median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 2 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 87 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (41, 30, 16 by cycle, most recent first), none at the actual-harm level. That is 54.4 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 43.7.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.3 hours per resident per day (0.5 RN), close to the Maryland median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 45.2%.
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87health deficiencies, 3 survey cyclesnone at actual-harm level
$0fines listed by CMS0 penalties in period
3.3nurse hours per resident per daystate median 3.6
69%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)110 residents a day
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Dorchester Co. median | Maryland median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 87 | 87 | 45 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 54.4 | 54.4 | 43.7 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.3 | 4.0 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 45.2% | 45.2% | 41.5% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $50,879 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (2 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: 5 Sep 2025, 26 Aug 2022.
Severity mix: D ×64 E ×19 F ×3 B ×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)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Jun 2026 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2026 |
| 25 Jun 2026 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | E | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2026 |
| 25 Jun 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2026 |
| 25 Jun 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0627 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 30 Mar 2026 | F0882 | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. | F | Complaint investigation | 14 May 2026 |
| 30 Mar 2026 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 14 May 2026 |
| 30 Mar 2026 | F0801 | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | E | Complaint investigation | 14 May 2026 |
| 30 Mar 2026 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 14 May 2026 |
| 30 Mar 2026 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Complaint investigation | 14 May 2026 |
| 30 Mar 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 14 May 2026 |
| 30 Mar 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 14 May 2026 |
| 30 Mar 2026 | F0577 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | B | Complaint investigation | 14 May 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | E | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0685 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0840 | Employ 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 22 Oct 2025 | F0604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 22 Oct 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 | Complaint investigation | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 22 Oct 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Dec 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | 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 | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | 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 Oct 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | F0685 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | 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 Oct 2025 |
| 5 Sep 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0839 | Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. | E | Complaint investigation | 15 Nov 2023 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0850 | Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 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 | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 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 | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0710 | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0840 | Employ 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 30 Apr 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jun 2025 |
| 26 Aug 2022 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2022 |
| 26 Aug 2022 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2022 |
| 26 Aug 2022 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2022 |
| 26 Aug 2022 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2022 |
| 26 Aug 2022 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | D | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2022 |
| 26 Aug 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 | 26 Oct 2022 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0730 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | F | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | E | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0585 | Honor 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. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | 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 | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | 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 | 11 Jan 2019 |
| 4 Dec 2018 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jan 2019 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Maryland average. Turnover: nursing staff 45.2%, RNs 64.3%; 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 | 22.9% | 20.0% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 1.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 4.0% | 2.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 3.4% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 25.5% | 20.7% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 6.8% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 17.1% | 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, corporation. Chain: Key Health Management (7 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Md5 Investors LLC | Indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2022 |
| Key Health Management LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2022 |
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 Dorchester County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Lake Healthcare At Chesapeake Woods | Cambridge | 98 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 49 | 50.0 | $51K | 19 Dec 2025 |
All 2 facilities in Dorchester County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab been cited for?
87 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 0 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Maryland median is 45 per facility.
Has Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.3 hours per resident per day against a Maryland median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab?
It is part of the Key Health Management chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Md5 Investors LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 25 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 5 Sep 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.