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Residences At Vantage Point
5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044
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.
Residences At Vantage Point is a Non-profit, corporation nursing home in Columbia, Maryland, certified for 44 beds and caring for about 19 residents a day.
CMS gives it 5 of 5 stars overall, above the Maryland median of 3; the health inspection rating is 4, staffing 5 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 26 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (9, 6, 11 by cycle, most recent first), none at the actual-harm level. That is 59.1 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 43.7.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 5.2 hours per resident per day (1.5 RN), above the Maryland median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 16.7%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Howard Co. median | Maryland median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 26 | 40 | 45 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 59.1 | 59.1 | 43.7 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 5.2 | 4.4 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 1.5 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 16.7% | 46.2% | 41.5% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (6 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: 19 Mar 2026, 13 Dec 2024.
Severity mix: D ×23 E ×2 F ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Mar 2026 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | E | Standard survey | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 19 Mar 2026 | F0578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | D | Standard survey | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 19 Mar 2026 | 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 | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 19 Mar 2026 | 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 | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 19 Mar 2026 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 19 Mar 2026 | F0710 | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. | D | Standard survey | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 19 Mar 2026 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Standard survey | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 19 Mar 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 19 Mar 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 17 Apr 2026 |
| 13 Dec 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 13 Dec 2024 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | E | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 13 Dec 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 13 Dec 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 13 Dec 2024 | 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 | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 13 Dec 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 1 Feb 2020 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 1 Feb 2020 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | 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 | 1 Feb 2020 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | F0625 | Notify 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. | D | Standard survey | 1 Feb 2020 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | F0637 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D | Standard survey | 1 Feb 2020 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | F0642 | Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments. | D | Standard survey | 1 Feb 2020 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | 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 | 1 Feb 2020 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | 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 | 1 Feb 2020 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | D | Standard survey | 1 Feb 2020 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | F0943 | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. | D | Standard survey | 1 Feb 2020 |
| 5 Dec 2019 | F0947 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. | D | Standard survey | 1 Feb 2020 |
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 16.7%, RNs 28.6%; 2 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 | 17.6% | 20.0% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.9% | 2.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 7.4% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 44.1% | 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: non-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Columbia Vantage House Corporation. Chain: Life Care Services (43 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Ny Mellon | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/12/2007 |
| Life Care Services LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2000 |
| Life Care Services LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2025 |
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 Howard County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lutheran Village At Miller'S Grant | Ellicott City | 16 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 14 | 87.5 | — | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Encore At Turf Valley | Ellicott City | 91 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 36.3 | — | 14 May 2025 |
| Lorien Nursing & Rehab Ctr - Elkridge | Elkridge | 70 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 57.1 | — | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Ellicott City Healthcare Centerabuse icon | Ellicott City | 182 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 110 | 60.4 | — | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Lorien Health Systems - Columbia | Columbia | 205 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 53 | 25.9 | $16K | 14 Jan 2026 |
All 6 facilities in Howard County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Residences At Vantage Point been cited for?
26 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 Residences At Vantage Point been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Residences At Vantage Point compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 5.2 hours per resident per day against a Maryland median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Residences At Vantage Point?
It is part of the Life Care Services chain. Ownership type is non-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Life Care Services LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Residences At Vantage Point last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 19 Mar 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 19 Mar 2026.
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.