Cumberland Healthcare Center
512 Winifred Road · Cumberland, MD · 21502 · 3017246066
130 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Communicare Health
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.39 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.01 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 23% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $97,777 |
Inspection citations (54 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 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 December 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E October 9, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 9, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E October 9, 2025 · found via complaint
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 December 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G September 25, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G September 25, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2023
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2023
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2023
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2023
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2023
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 25, 2023 | Fine | $97,777 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 215055 · certified since February 1, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.