Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Mount Airy, Maryland
1 of 2 nursing homes in Mount Airy (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Maryland statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
166
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$15,593 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Mount Airy, Maryland, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and just 1 being recommended. Families should consider LORIEN HEALTH SYSTEMS MT AIRY, which holds a B rating and 4 stars, as a solid option in this market.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 LORIEN HEALTH SYSTEMS MT AIRY (70) — Lorien Health Systems Mt Airy boasts an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid B grade, this facility offers a well-rounded experience for residents. Although for-profit, it maintains a focus on providing excellent services with zero fines, ensuring a safe environment.
The other 1 Mount Airy facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $15K.
Recommended
Lorien Health Systems Mt Airy boasts an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid B grade, this facility offers a well-rounded experience for residents. Although for-profit, it maintains a focus on providing excellent services with zero fines, ensuring a safe environment.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Mount Airy Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $15,593
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Mount Airy 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?"
Mount Airy's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Mount Airy facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Mount Airy avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Mount Airy 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 Mount Airy, MD are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Mount Airy (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Mount Airy "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 Mount Airy?
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.