Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Rockville, Maryland
3 of 7 nursing homes in Rockville (43%) meet our strict criteria. The Maryland statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,342
across 7 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
2 Grade F
$44,617 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/7
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Rockville, Maryland, is adequate, with 7 total facilities and 3 recommended options (43%). Families should be aware that while the top-rated facility is Ingleside at King Farm, 3 facilities have a total of $27,407 in fines, indicating potential concerns to consider.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 INGLESIDE AT KING FARM (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and a focus on community, Ingleside at King Farm excels in providing personalized care in a non-profit setting, making it a standout choice for residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 HEBREW HOME OF GREATER WASHINGTON (75) — Hebrew Home of Greater Washington boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes community engagement and quality care, making it a commendable option for families seeking a supportive environment.
- 3 STERLING CARE ROCKVILLE NURSING (70) — Sterling Care Rockville Nursing offers a reliable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. Although for-profit, it maintains high standards of care and zero fines, ensuring residents receive attentive services in a well-equipped facility.
The other 4 Rockville facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $44K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and a focus on community, Ingleside at King Farm excels in providing personalized care in a non-profit setting, making it a standout choice for residents.
Hebrew Home of Greater Washington boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes community engagement and quality care, making it a commendable option for families seeking a supportive environment.
Sterling Care Rockville Nursing offers a reliable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. Although for-profit, it maintains high standards of care and zero fines, ensuring residents receive attentive services in a well-equipped facility.
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 | Rockville Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
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
- 3 Have fines totaling $44,617
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Rockville 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?"
Rockville's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 7 Rockville facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Rockville avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Rockville 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 Rockville, MD are recommended?
3 of 7 nursing homes in Rockville (43%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Rockville "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 Rockville?
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.