Chestnut GRN HLTH CTR Blakehur
Towson, Maryland · CCN 215255
9 surveys since 2011, and no finding has been recorded at harm level.
Data as of , released by CMS on October 8, 2026. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.
- Citations on record
- 37
- Surveys
- 9
- Harm or worse
- 0
- Immediate jeopardy
- 0
No finding on record has been cited at harm level or above.
Older surveys no longer in CMS’s monthly file or on Care Compare. They are shown here.
The facility
- Certified beds
- 49
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Chain
- LIFE CARE SERVICES
- County
- Baltimore
- Medicare-certified since
- 1993
CMS ratings
- Overall
- 5
- Health inspection
- 4
- Staffing
- 5
- Quality measures
- 3
CMS’s own Five-Star ratings.
Compared with similar facilities
Not shown for this facility: too few citations in window (n=19, floor 20).
Last survey on record
Dec 18, 2025
326 days ago.
Counts surveys with at least one finding. A clean survey leaves no record here, so the real gap may be shorter.
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Peer median |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse hours per resident day | 4.66 | 3.93 |
| Registered-nurse hours per resident day | 1.23 | — |
| Annual nurse turnover | 36.7% | 42.5% |
As reported by the facility to CMS, beside the peer-group median.
Enforcement
No fines, payment denials or special-focus designation on the current CMS record.
Severity of recent findings
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy | J— | K— | L— |
| Actual harm | G— | H— | I— |
| No harm, potential for more than minimal | D1680.0% | E420.0% | F— |
| No harm, potential for minimal | A— | B— | C— |
Most frequently cited here
In CMS’s current monthly file.
- F6232×
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
- F6412×
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
- F8422×
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
- F5501×
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
- F5581×
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
In the surveyor’s words
From the most serious findings on record at Chestnut GRN HLTH CTR Blakehur, in the surveyor’s own words.
- No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF641Dec 18, 2025
Based on medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility staff failed to ensure Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments were accurately coded. This was evident for 7 (#12, #3, #7, #28, #22, #2, #4) of 23 residents reviewed during the recertification/complaint survey. The findings include: The MDS is part of the Resident Assessment Instrument that was Federally mandated in legislation passed in 1986. The MDS is a set of assessment screening items employed as part of a standardized, reproducible, and comprehensive assessment process that ensures each resident's individual needs are identified, that care is planned based on those individualized needs, and that the care is provided as planned to meet the needs of each resident. […]
- No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF756Dec 18, 2025
Based on medical record review, interview, and review of facility policies and procedures, it was determined the facility failed to 1) timely respond to concerns noted on pharmacy reviews and, 2) have policies and procedures in place for monthly drug regimen review to include time frames for the different steps in the process. This was evident for 5 (#4, #6, #26, #28, #7) of 6 residents reviewed for monthly drug regimen review during a recertification/complaint survey.The findings include: 1) Review of Resident #4's medical record on 12/16/25 revealed the Resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Further review of Resident #4's medical record the Pharmacist conducted a MRR (Monthly Regimen Review) on 11/13/25 and documented Irregularities (see consultant pharmacist report). […]
- No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF883Dec 18, 2025
Based on medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to document residents were offered and provided education regarding the benefits, risks, and potential side effects of receiving the influenza and pneumococcal vaccines to residents; and failed to maintain documentation related to influenza and pneumococcal vaccination in residents' medical records. This was evident for 2 of 5 residents (Resident #4, #5) reviewed for influenza vaccination and 4 of 5 residents (Resident #1, #4, #5, #36) reviewed for pneumococcal vaccinations during a recertification/complaint survey. […]
- No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF812Jul 24, 2024
Based on observation and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to: 1) keep complete kitchen records and, 2) store food in accordance with professional standards for food service and safety. This was evident of 2 out of 3 observations of food storage during the annual survey. The finding include: 1) On 7/15/24 at 8:58 AM, the surveyor took a tour of the first-floor kitchen with the Dietary Manager Staff #7. During the tour the surveyor reviewed the area where the three compartment sink and dishwasher were located. On further review of the area the temperature and chemical log was missing documentation on July 12 through July 15th. […]
- No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF550Dec 18, 2025
Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that facility staff failed to treat residents with dignity. This was evident for 1 (Resident #12) of 6 residents observed during the recertification/complaint survey. The findings include:On 12/17/25 at 12:48 PM observation was made of Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) #5 sitting in a chair next to Resident #12 on the left side of the bed. Prior to the surveyor knocking on the door to Resident #12's room, the surveyor observed, by the reflection in the glass of a picture on the right side of the wall (entrance), of GNA #5 sitting next to the resident. At the time of the observation, GNA #5 was looking down and not feeding Resident #12. […]
Read 20 findings in full →The most serious and the most recent: 20 of 37 on record.
Every survey on record
FindingsAt actual harm or above
- Dec 18, 2025Standard11 findings
- Jul 24, 2024Standard7 findings
- Feb 9, 2022Complaint1 finding
- Jul 3, 2019Standard2 findings
- Feb 18, 2016Standard3 findings
- Dec 22, 2014Standard4 findings
- Dec 12, 2013—5 findings
- Jan 11, 2013—2 findings
Show the 1 earlier survey
- Oct 20, 2011—2 findings
Surveys that found no deficiencies are not in CMS’s files and do not appear here.
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