Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Bethesda, Maryland
2 of 4 nursing homes in Bethesda (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Maryland statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 2 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
449
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Bethesda, Maryland is adequate, with 50% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should consider Maplewood Park Place, the top-rated facility, while noting that there are no fines reported, indicating a stable environment.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 MAPLEWOOD PARK PLACE (90) — Maplewood Park Place stands out with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 90/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With zero fines and a Grade A, this for-profit facility creates a safe and nurturing environment for its 31 residents, ensuring personalized attention and comfort.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 MONTCARE AT BETHESDA (73) — Montcare at Bethesda offers solid care with a CMS 4-star rating and a Grade B, bolstered by a Trust Score of 73/100. With 110 beds, this for-profit nursing home focuses on providing a comfortable atmosphere, and its zero fines demonstrate a commitment to regulatory compliance and resident well-being.
The other 2 Bethesda facilities didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Maplewood Park Place stands out with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 90/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With zero fines and a Grade A, this for-profit facility creates a safe and nurturing environment for its 31 residents, ensuring personalized attention and comfort.
Montcare at Bethesda offers solid care with a CMS 4-star rating and a Grade B, bolstered by a Trust Score of 73/100. With 110 beds, this for-profit nursing home focuses on providing a comfortable atmosphere, and its zero fines demonstrate a commitment to regulatory compliance and resident well-being.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Bethesda Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Bethesda Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Bethesda's city average is 3.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 4 Bethesda facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Bethesda avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Bethesda facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Bethesda, MD are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Bethesda (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Bethesda "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Bethesda?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.