Chestertown Nursing and Rehab
415 Morgnec Road · Chestertown, MD · 21620 · 4107781900
92 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Key Health Management
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 2 times under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.16 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.75 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.05 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 57% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $3,418 |
Inspection citations (79 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F August 13, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 18, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F August 13, 2025
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $3,418 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 215260 · certified since September 14, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.