Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Frederick, Maryland
1 of 6 nursing homes in Frederick (17%) meet our strict criteria. The Maryland statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
3.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
801
across 6 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
2 Grade F
$29,809 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/6
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Frederick, Maryland, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 17% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware that three out of six facilities have a history of fines totaling $29,809, highlighting the importance of thorough research before making a decision.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 HOMEWOOD LIVING FREDERICK (85) — Homewood Living Frederick boasts an excellent CMS rating of 5★ and a solid Trust Score of 85/100. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this non-profit facility is dedicated to community-focused care, ensuring residents receive the highest quality support in a welcoming environment.
The other 5 Frederick facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $29K.
Recommended
Homewood Living Frederick boasts an excellent CMS rating of 5★ and a solid Trust Score of 85/100. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this non-profit facility is dedicated to community-focused care, ensuring residents receive the highest quality support in a welcoming environment.
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 | Frederick Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.2 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 5?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $29,809
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Frederick Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Frederick's city average is 3.2 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 6 Frederick facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Frederick avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Frederick 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 Frederick, MD are recommended?
1 of 6 nursing homes in Frederick (17%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Frederick "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 Frederick?
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.